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  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 1
    BASIC MANUAL VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER |9700
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    . SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL- This instruction manual contains basic operating instructions for the IC-9700. For advance operating instructions, see the Advanced Manual for details. The Advance Manual is available at the following internet address: http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/ EXPLICIT
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    in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful Icom transceivers with any equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom. ABOUT CE AND DOC Hereby, Icom Inc. declares that the versions of IC-9700 internet address: http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/ DISPOSAL The crossed-out wheeled
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    . ABOUT THE MANUALS The following manuals or Guide for this transceiver are published at the following internet address: http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/ ••Advanced Manual (English) Instructions for advanced operations in English. ••Basic Manual (English) Instructions for basic operations
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    ABOUT THE INSTRUCTIONS The Advanced and Basic manuals are described in the following manner. " " (Quotation marks): Used to indicate icons, setting items, and screen titles displayed on the screen. The screen titles are
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    AND DOC ii DISPOSAL ii TRADEMARKS ii ABOUT THE TOUCH SCREEN iii VOICE CORDING TECHNOLOGY iii ABOUT THE MANUALS iii ABOUT THE INSTRUCTIONS iv PRECAUTIONS vii 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1-1 Front panel 1-1 Rear panel 1-3 Touch screen display 1-4 DDFUNCTION screen 1-6 DDMENU screen 1-6 DDQUICK
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    Cleaning 10-1 Replacing fuse 10-1 Resetting 10-2 DDPartial reset 10-2 DDAll reset 10-2 Cloning 10-3 Touch screen calibration function 10-5 Troubleshooting 10-6 DDD-STAR operation 10-8 11 SPECIFICATIONS 11-1 DDGeneral 11-1 DDTransmitter 11-2 DDReceiver 11-3 12 OPTIONS 12-1 Options 12
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    Immediately turn OFF the power and/or remove the DC power cable. Contact your Icom dealer or distributor for advice. R WARNING! NEVER put the transceiver on an to the transceiver. The transceiver warranty does not cover any problems caused by unauthorized internal adjustments. CAUTION: DO NOT install
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    1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel This section describes the keys, controls and dials that you use to operate the IC-9700. Refer to the pages posted beside each key, control, or dial for details. 1 o 2 q w !4 e !7 r !6 !5 t !4 y ui !0 !1 !2 !3 o q POWER KEY POWER (p. 3-1) Turns the
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    1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Continued) #0 @9 @8 @7 @6 A/B KEY A/B (p. 3-1) #1 @6 Switches between VFO A and VFO B, or copies the @5 selected VFO's frequency, mode and filter settings #2 @4 to the other VFO. #3 @3 @7 PASSBAND TUNING CONTROL KEY PBT (p. 4-3) #4 Enables MULTI to
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    mono plugs. !4 !3 1 2 3 !2 4 !1 5 !0 o 6 7 r t y ui 8 !1 GROUND TERMINAL [GND] (p. 2-1) 9 Connects to ground to prevent electrical shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems. 10 !2 ANTENNA CONNECTOR [1200 MHz ANT] (p. 13-3) 11 Connects to a 50 Ω Type N coax connector for the 1.2 GHz
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    " while using the Voice TX memory. Displays "COMP" when the Speech Compressor function is ON. t GPS ICON Displays the status of the connected GPS receiver. y GPS ALARM ICON Displayed when the GPS Alarm function is ON. u NETWORK CONTROL ICON Displayed while the transceiver and the optional RS-BA1
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    is ON, or the Attenuator is ON. @1 NOTCH INDICATOR Displays "AN" when the Auto Notch function is ON, and "MN" is displayed when the Manual Notch function is ON. @2 NOISE BLANKER/TONE/DIGITAL SQUELCH ICONS / Displayed when the Noise Blanker function is ON, when various tone functions are ON, or
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    1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Touch panel (Continued) DDFUNCTION screen Function name Selected value Lights blue when active DDMENU screen zzPush FUNCTION to open the FUNCTION screen in the selected mode. LTo close the FUNCTION screen, push EXIT . LTouching q or w at the bottom of the screen selects
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    1 PANEL DESCRIPTION DDMulti-function menus Touch the edge to turn ON or OFF Rotate Push Multi-function menu zzOpen the Multi-function menu by pushing MULTI (Multi-function control). zzOpen special menus by holding down VOX/BK-IN , NB , NR , or NOTCH for 1 second. zzWhile the Multi-function
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    Settings (Server IP/Domain) A to Z, a to z, 0 to 9, - . 64 Terminal/AP, Call Sign, Allowed Call Sign List A to Z, 0 to 9, (space) 8 GPS GPS TX Mode Unproto Address A to Z, a to z, 0 to 9 56 ••Normally 12 characters Object Name, Item Name A to Z, a to z, 0 to 9 9 Comment
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    1 PANEL DESCRIPTION DDKeyboard types You can select the Full Keyboard or Tenkey pad in 1 "Keyboard Type" on the FUNCTION screen. (p. 8-4) 2 MENU » SET > Function > Keyboard Type LYou can also temporarily switch in the QUICK MENU by 3 pushing QUICK . 4 5 6 7 LYou can select the full
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    1 PANEL DESCRIPTION Keypad entering and editing (Continued) DDEntering and editing example Entering "DX spot 1" in the Memory channel 2 1. Open the MEMORY screen. MENU » MEMORY 2. Touch memory channel 2 for 1 second. ••Opens the QUICK MENU. 3. Select "Edit Name." You can also open the QUICK
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    shock, television interference (TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) and other problems, ground the transceiver 7 8 The transceiver has a stand power cable Non-Icom DC power supply DC 13.8 V/18 A or more +_ Fuses Black Supplied DC power cable Red 2-1 Locking tab q w IC-9700 GND When
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    : VFO A) CALL DR V/M V/M Call Channel mode (Example: Call channel 1) Memory mode (Example: Memory channel 1) Using the VFO mode The IC-9700 has 2 Variable Frequency Oscillators (VFO), "A" and "B." Having 2 VFOs is convenient to quickly select 2 frequencies, or for split frequency operation
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    operation Dualwatch simultaneously monitors two frequencies. The IC-9700 has 2 independent receiver circuits, the Main function ON or OFF. Hold down for 1 second. Selecting the Main and Sub bands The IC-9700 has 2 identical receivers, Main and Sub. The Main band is displayed on the upper half
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    data communications (SSTV, RTTY (AFSK), PSK31, JT65B and FT8). LWhen a data mode is selected, you can mute the input from the microphone. MENU » SET > Connectors > MOD Input > DATA
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    3 BASIC OPERATION Setting the frequency DDUsing the Main Dial 1. Select the desired operating band. (p. 3-3) (Example: 145 MHz) 2. Rotate MAIN DIAL . ••The frequency changes according to the selected Tuning Step. L is displayed when you set an amateur radio frequency, and (with dotted
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    3 BASIC OPERATION Setting the frequency (Continued) DDAbout the 1/4 Tuning function Mode: SSB-D/CW/RTTY With the Tuning Function OFF, turn ON the 1⁄4 Tuning function to reduce the tuning speed to 1⁄4 of the normal speed, for finer tuning. 1. Push FUNCTION . ••Opens the FUNCTION screen. 2. Touch
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    set to the band edge frequency. 14 LIf you want to set the Program Scan Edge channel or Call channel, enter between "100" ~ "107." 15 Channel type Channel number Number to enter 1A 100 16 1B Programming 2A Scan Edge 2B 101 102 17 103 3A 3B 104 105 18 Call channel
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    3 BASIC OPERATION Setting the frequency (Continued) DDEntering a Band Edge When "ON (User)" or "ON (User) & TX Limit" is selected on the "Band Edge Beep" screen, you can enter a total of 30 band edge frequency pairs. LInitially, all Ham band frequencies are entered into the first 3 band edges.
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    3 BASIC OPERATION Setting the frequency DDEntering a Band Edge (Continued) Deleting a Band Edge To enter a new band edge, first you must delete a preset band edge. 1. On the FUNCTION set screen, select "User Band Edge." 2. Touch the desired band edge to delete for 1 second. (Example: 3: 1260.
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    3 BASIC OPERATION Setting the frequency DDEntering a Band Edge (Continued) Inserting a Band Edge After you delete or edit the preset band edges, follow the steps below to insert a band edge. 1. O n the FUNCTION set screen, select "User Band Edge." 2. Touch the band edge you want to insert a new
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    3 BASIC OPERATION RF gain and SQL level Rotate AF RF/SQL (outer) to adjust the RF gain and SQL level. By default, rotating left (when set to the 12 o'clock position) adjusts the RF gain, and rotating right adjusts the squelch level, as described below. Squelch is open Noise squelch (FM/DV mode)
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    3 BASIC OPERATION Meter display DDMeter display selection You can display one of the 6 different transmit parameters (Po, SWR, ALC, COMP, VD and ID) for your convenience. Touch the parameter to display one of the meters. DDMulti-function meter You can display all the parameters simultaneously. L
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Preamplifiers RIT function The preamp amplifies received signals in the receiver front end to improve the signal-to-noise ratio and sensitivity. A preamp is used when receiving weak signals. LEach band memorizes the Preamplifier setting. Push P.AMPATT (P.AMP). LEach
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING AGC function control SSB, CW, RTTY and AM modes The AGC (Automatic Gain Control) controls receiver gain to produce a constant audio output level, even when the received signal strength greatly varies. LEach band memorizes the AGC setting. DDSelecting the AGC time
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Using the Digital Twin PBT SSB, CW, RTTY and AM modes To reject interference, the Digital Twin PBT (Passband Tuning) narrows the IF passband width by electronically shifting the IF frequency to slightly above or below the IF center frequency. The IC9700 uses the
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Selecting the IF filter SSB, CW, RTTY and AM modes The IC-9700 has 3 IF filter passband widths for each mode, and you can select them on the FILTER screen. You can set the IF filter to wide (
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Noise Blanker SSB, CW, RTTY and AM modes The Noise blanker eliminates pulse-type noise such as the noise from car ignitions. Push NB to turn the Noise Blanker ON or OFF. Displayed when the Noise Blanker is ON NOTE: When using the Noise Blanker, received signals may be
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    OFF NR level 0 Noise components Noise Reduction ON NR level 4 Desired signal (CW) Notch Filter SSB, CW, RTTY, AM and FM modes The IC-9700 has Auto Notch and Manual Notch functions. Auto Notch automatically attenuates beat tones, tuning signals and so on. It can be used in the SSB, AM and FM
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Monitor function The Monitor function enables you to monitor your transmit audio. Use this function to check the voice characteristics while adjusting transmit audio parameters. LYou can hear the CW sidetone regardless of the Monitor function setting. 1. Select the
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Setting the Speech Compressor SSB mode The Speech Compressor increases the average RF output power, improving readability at the receiving station. This function compresses the transmitter audio input to increase the average audio output level. LThe function is
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Split frequency operation Split frequency operation enables you to transmit and receive on different frequencies in the same band. The other station There are 2 ways to use Split frequency operation. ••Use the Quick Split function 1 ••Use the receive and transmit
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Split Lock function To prevent accidentally changing the receive frequency by releasing XFC while rotating MAIN DIAL , use the Split Lock function. Using both this function and the Dial Lock function enables you to change only the transmit frequency. 1. Turn ON the
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    (Continued) DDUsing the Break-in function Use the Break-in function in the CW mode to automatically switch between transmit and receive when keying. The IC-9700 is capable of Semi Break-in and Full break-in modes. TIP: The key type is set to "Paddle" by default. You can select the
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    4 RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING Operating CW (Continued) DDAbout the electronic Keyer function You can set the Keyer Memory function settings, paddle polarity settings, and so on of the Electronic Keyer. 1. Select the CW mode. 2. Open the KEYER screen. MENU » KEYER 3. Touch [EDIT/SET]. ••Opens the
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    5 SCOPE OPERATION Spectrum scope screen The spectrum scope enables you to display the activity on the selected band, as well as the relative strengths of various signals. The transceiver has two spectrum scope modes, the Center mode and the Fixed mode. You can also turn the Waterfall display ON
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    5 SCOPE OPERATION Spectrum scope screen (Continue) DDCenter mode Displays signals around the operating frequency within the selected span. The operating frequency is always displayed in the center of the screen. 1. Display the SPECTRUM SCOPE screen. MENU » SCOPE 2. Touch [CENT/FIX]. LTouch [
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    5 SCOPE OPERATION Audio scope screen This audio scope enables you to display the received signal's frequency component on the FFT scope, and its waveform components on the Oscilloscope. The FFT scope also has an waterfall. Display the AUDIO SCOPE screen. MENU » AUDIO AUDIO SCOPE screen Key ATT
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    ••Before using the SD card, thoroughly read the instructions that came with the card. ••If any of file of the important data onto your PC. ••Icom will not be responsible for any damage caused by ••Your (UR) call sign memory ••Repeater List ••GPS memory 3. Touch [YES] to start formatting. ••After
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    SD CARD 6 Unmounting Before you remove a card when the transceiver is ON, be sure to electrically unmount it, as shown below. Otherwise the data may be corrupted or deleted. 1. Open the SD CARD screen. MENU » SET > SD Card 2. Touch "Unmount." 3. Touch [YES] to unmount. ••After unmounting, returns
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    are retained. LWhen you touch [NO], the skip settings of the repeater list are cleared. 7. Touch [YES]. ••After the loading ends, "COMPLETED! Restart the IC-9700." is displayed. LWhen you select "REF Adjust" in step 4, "The new "REF Adjust" setting will be saved" is displayed. 8. Turn OFF the
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    SD CARD 6 Deleting a data file Follow the steps below to delete the files you no longer need on the SD card. NOTE: Deleted data from a card cannot be recalled. Before deleting any data, back up the card data onto your PC. 1. Open the SAVE SETTING screen. MENU » SET > SD Card > Save Setting 2.
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    following data: • Your Call Sign Memory • Repeater List • GPS Memory DDImporting 1. Open the IMPORT/EXPORT screen. MENU » SET you export the data in a CSV format file using the CS- 9700, BE SURE to name it using 20 characters or less. 5. MANUAL for details. 4. Touch the CSV file to import. 6-5
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    the following format: Your*yyyymmdd_xx (yyyy: Year, mm: month, dd: day, xx: serial number). * "Rpt" is displayed for a repeater list, and "Gps" is displayed for a GPS memory. 1 5. To save the file with the displayed name, touch [ENT]. 2 3 4 5 6 LIf you want to change the name, delete the
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    The folders created in the IC-9700 are contained in this folder. ••Capture folder Saves the captured screen data in the "png" or "bmp" format. ••Csv folder Contains the GPS Memory, Repeater List and Your Call Sign Memory folders. ••GpsMemory folder Saves the Gps Memory in the "csv" format
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    satellite location, orbit angles, and so on. Such information may be available in ham magazines, organization publications or on web sites. Satellite tracking software is also convenient. FUJI 3 (FO-29) Uplink Downlink 145 MHz band 435 MHz band 435 MHz band 145 MHz band DDSetting the satellite
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    7 SATELLITE COMMUNICATION Loop test procedure Decide on a usable satellite, and point your antenna towards it. LMonitored audio may cause howling. Using headphones is recommended. 1. Set the downlink frequency (receive frequency) in the Main band to match the beacon frequency. About the Loop
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    . Satellite memories The IC-9700 has 99 satellite memories to store both uplink and downlink frequencies, 1 operating modes and other data. LTracking selection, normal or reverse, is not programmed 2 in the satellite memories. LRefer to the ADVANCED MANUAL for memory 3 management
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    8 SET MODE Set mode description You can use the Set mode to set infrequently changed values or function settings. TIP: The Set mode is constructed in a tree structure. You may go to the next tree level, or go back a level, depending on the selected item. 1. Push MENU . 5. Touch the item to open
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    amateur band's frequency range. 14 ••ON (User) & TX Limit: A beep sounds when you tune outside 15 of, or back into a user programmed amateur band's frequency range. 16 Transmitting is inhibited outside of the range. 17 LIf the "Beep Level" item is set to "0%," no beep sounds. 18
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    on the 144, 430, or 1200 MHz band. LIf an external equipment's rise time is slower than that of the IC-9700, a reflected wave is produced and it may damage the IC-9700 or the external device. To prevent this, set the appropriate delay time so that no reflected wave, or timing damage occurs
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    SET MODE 8 MENU » SET > Function > SPLIT SPLIT LOCK (Default: OFF) Turns the Split Lock function ON or OFF. The SPLIT LOCK function enables you to adjust the transmit frequency while holding down XFC , even while the Dial Lock function is activated. To prevent accidentally changing the receive
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    used in the SSB or AM mode. ••Auto: Only the Auto Notch function can be used. ••Manual: Only the Manual Notch function can be used. ••Auto/Manual: Both the Auto and Manual Notch functions can be used. SSB/CW Synchronous Tuning (Default: OFF) Turns the Displayed Frequency Shift function
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    Selects whether to manually or automatically transmit data in the DV mode. ••PTT: Push TRANSMIT or the microphone's [PTT] to manually transmit data. the audio transmission. The GPS data speed is set in "GPS Data Speed." 7 GPS Data Speed 8 (Default: Slow) Sets the GPS data speed when the data
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    audio output level when an EMR communication mode signal is received. When an EMR signal is received, the audio will be heard at the programmed level, or the transceiver's audio level, whichever is higher. To disable the setting, set to "0." NOTE: After an EMR signal disappears, the audio level
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    log on the SD card. The transceiver starts making a receive history log when you finish talking. TIP: ••The folder name is automatically created, as [IC-9700\RxLog]. ••The file name is automatically created, as shown in the example below: Log start date and time: 1st January 2019 15:30:00
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    Sign JP3YHJ JP3YHJ A Repeater call sign (DV mode only) TX Call Sign CQCQCQ (Blank) TX Call sign (DV mode only) RX Call Sign (Blank) JA3YUA A/9700 RX Call sign (DV mode only) Main RF Power 20% (Blank) TX output power level Main S meter (Blank) S0 The relative signal strength of the
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    Barometric (unit: hPa) Records to one decimal place. Humidity 85 Humidity (unit: %) GPS Time Stamp 12:00:00 Time data that the caller station acquires the position data GPS Message Osaka City/IC-9700 Caller is "NMEA": Records the GPS message Caller is "D-PRS: Records the D-PRS comment 8-10
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    8 SET MODE Connectors MENU » SET > Connectors > External P.AMP 144M 430M 1200M (Default: OFF) (Default: OFF) (Default: OFF) Selects whether or not to use an external preamplifier, for each band. The preamplifiers amplify received signals to improve the S/N ratio and sensitivity. ••OFF: Does
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    set to "IF." MENU » SET > Connectors > LAN AF/IF Output DATA OFF MOD DATA MOD (Default: MIC,ACC) (Default: ACC) 3 In the SSB, AM, or FM the terminal used for data 12 communication when you operate the transceiver from the software on the PC. 13 When you connect the transceiver to a PC with
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    A2h) Sets the CI-V address. L"A2h" is the default address of the IC-9700. CI-V Transceive (Default: ON) Turns the Transceive function ON or OFF ) Turns the Data Echo Back function ON or OFF, when remotely controlling the IC-9700 through the [USB] CI-V port. LThis setting is valid only when the
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    be assigned to USB (B). USB (A) is used for programming, or CI-V operation. ••OFF: Does not assign for the DV mode. DATA Function (Default: GPS/Weather) Sets the function to be assigned to the IC-9700. ••OFF: Disables remote control of the IC-9700. ••ON: Enables remote control of the IC-9700
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    Name (Default: IC-9700) Sets the IC-9700's name of up to 16 characters that is displayed in the remote control software, when you remotely control the IC-9700. RX Call and name of the caller station is programmed in your memory, the programmed name is displayed after showing the call sign. 8-15
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    your own call sign. 2 LWhen "Your Call Sign" is selected, and if the call sign and name of the caller station is programmed in your memory, 3 the programmed name is displayed after the call sign. 4 Scroll Speed (Default: Fast) Set the scrolling speed of the message, call sign, or 5 other
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    not understand the menu system in the new setting, you will have to change the language back to English by doing a partial reset of the IC-9700 CPU. A partial reset will not clear your call sign databases. To do a partial reset of the CPU, do the following steps: 1. Push [MENU]. 2. Touch
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    format. NOTE: The backup battery for the internal clock The IC-9700 has a rechargeable Lithium battery to backup the internal clock. If UR call sign, repeater list or GPS memory data in the CSV format file. 7 Export Export the UR call sign, repeater list or GPS memory 8 data in the CSV format
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    enter the clone mode to read or write the CS-9700 data from or to the PC. LRestart the IC-9700 to cancel the clone mode. MENU » SET > Others Touch Screen Calibration Touch to adjust the touch screen. LSee the Advanced Manual for details. MENU » SET > Others > Reset Partial Reset Resets operating
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    an internet connection and default gateway settings are necessary. 2 DDUsing the NTP Time Synchronize 3 function 4 Using this function you can manually synchronize the internal clock by accessing the time management 5 server. 1. Open the DATE/TIME screen. 6 MENU » SET > Time Set > Date
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    18 screws, then remove the cover. Cover Replacing fuse If a fuse blows, or the transceiver stops functioning, find and repair the cause of the problem. Then replace the damaged fuse with a new, adequately rated fuse. L Spare fuses are supplied with the transceiver. The fuses are installed in the DC
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    ON the transceiver again. If the problem still exists, perform a Partial reset, as described to the right. If the problem still exists after a Partial reset, 10 ••Call sign memories ••Message contents ••DTMF memory contents ••GPS memory contents ••Repeater list contents DDAll reset 11 1. Open the
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    you want to copy all of the entered contents from one IC-9700 to another. This section describes the cloning method using an PC, you can edit it with the programming software. For details, refer to the CS-9700 instructions that can be downloaded from the Icom website. (Continue the steps on the next
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    are retained. LWhen you touch [NO], the skip settings of the repeater list are cleared. 7. Touch [YES]. ••After the loading ends, "COMPLETED! Restart the IC-9700." is displayed. LWhen you select "REF Adjust" in step 4, "The new "REF Adjust" setting will be saved" is displayed. 8. Turn OFF the
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    10 MAINTENANCE Touch screen calibration function When no screen action occurs, or a different function is activated after touching the screen, the touched point and the detected point may be different. In that case, the Touch screen calibration function helps to correct the touch screen sensing
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    MAINTENANCE 10 Troubleshooting The following chart is designed to help you solve problems that are not equipment malfunctions. 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. PROBLEM Power does not
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    MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting (Continued) PROBLEM In properly changed by rotating MAIN DIAL . Display turns off. Programmed scan does not start. Memory scan does not start. Select level. p. 5-1 Cannot transmit voice memories. "DATA OFF MOD" is set to "ACC," "USB," or "LAN" by control from an external device,
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    MAINTENANCE 10 Troubleshooting (Continued) PROBLEM The current time is reset. The clock is not set the repeater. The following chart is designed to help you correct problems which are not equipment malfunctions. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION After your call, the A repeater setting is
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    10 MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting (Continued) PROBLEM A Local area call can be made, but the Gateway call or destination station call cannot be made. "L" is displayed on the LCD. "DV" and "FM"
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    of memory channels: 297 channels (99 channels × 3 bands) ••Number of program scan channels: 18 channels (6 channels × 3 bands) 10 ••Number of 99 channels 11 ••Number of repeater memories: 2500 12 ••Number of GPS memories: 300 ••Antenna impedance: 50 Ω unbalanced 13 ••Antenna connectors
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    11 SPECIFICATIONS DDTransmitter ••Transmit output power: 144 MHz bands SSB/CW/FM/RTTY/DV AM 430 MHz bands SSB/CW/FM/RTTY/DV AM 1200 MHz bands SSB/CW/FM/RTTY/DV/DD AM ••Modulation system: SSB FM AM DV DD ••Spurious emission: Harmonics Out
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    SPECIFICATIONS 11 DDReceiver ••Receive system: 144/430 MHz band RF Direct Sampling 1200 MHz band Down Conversion IF Sampling ••Intermediate frequency (1200 MHz band): 1 USA/EUR Version 311 ~ 371 MHz ITR Version 311 ~ 316 MHz, 341 ~ 369 MHz 2 TPE Version 331 ~ 336 MHz KOR
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 88
    You can download each manual and guide from the Icom website. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/ Before using, read each manual and guide, and use it according to the instructions. LTo use to the software, the following items are required. CS-9700 programming software RS-MS1A RS-MS3A (For
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 89
    OPTIONS 12 Mounting the MB-118 Mount the MB-118 mounting bracket to a place where it can be firmly attached. L We recommend that you periodically check whether the screws are loose or not, especially after a long period of use. NOTE: 1 ••Before mounting the MB-118, carefully read PRECAUTIONS
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 90
    sure to check its switching action before operating. (Example) ACC socket e SEND To a non-Icom linear amplifier *2 Y ou can change the MOD input level. L100 mV rms is at 50% as the default. MENU » SET > Connectors > ACC MOD Level *3 Y ou can change the AF/IF (IF=12 kHz) settings to output a 12
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 91
    CS-9700 software. 4 ••Remotely controlling using optional RS-BA1. LYou can change the signal output type and output level. 5 MENU » SET > Connectors > USB AF/IF Output 6 LYou can download the USB driver and installation guide from the Icom website. 7 http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 92
    (Microphone ground) w +8 V DC output e Frequency up/down y GND (PTT ground) t PTT r Squelch line output NOTE: Pin 1 outputs 8 V DC power for Icom microphones. PIN No. q w e r t y DESCRIPTION Microphone input +8 V DC output (Maximum 10 mA) Frequency up/down Grounded when the squelch opens. PTT
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 93
    SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF and run the test program, follow the instructions given at the top your compiler. - gzdopen is not supported on RISCOS or BEOS. - For the people who reported problems and suggested various improvements Gailly and Mark Adler This software is provided 'as-is',
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 94
    INDEX Numbers and symbols 1/4 Tuning function 3-5 A Accessories i AGC function 4-2 Attenuator 4-1 Audio scope 5-3 Auto Tuning Step function 3-5 B Band Edge 3-7 Band Edge Beep 3-6 Band stacking register 3-3 Break-in function 4-11 C Cleaning 10-1 Clock Current time 9-1 Date 9-1 UTC
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 95
    band 3-2 T Time Set (Set mode 8-18 Tone Control/TBW (Set mode 8-2 Touch screen calibration function 10-5 Transmit output power 3-10 Transmit Power Limit function 3-10 Troubleshooting 10-6 Tuning Step function 3-4 V VFO mode 3-1 Volume level 3-1 III
  • Icom IC-9700 | Instruction Manual basic - Page 96
    A7508H-1EX Printed in Japan © 2019 Icom Inc. Feb. 2019 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan
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BASIC MANUAL
|9700
VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER