The usb29a cable programs the ic80 and many other icom models handheld and mobiles. I was convinced that the receive audio on my ic 80ad was horrible. Works with authentic versions of this radio worldwide including the ic92ad and ice92d. Memory downloads for nondr mode radios by regions d. It is nice that icom is giving away free cloning software so you can clone your ic800 and. All information subject to change without notice or obligation 40196. Icom ic 92ad vhfuhf dualband transceivers offer dstar technology and so much more. Describe your experience with the icom ic92ad and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. The ic e92d provides dv mode operation with an ambe codec. In addition, when you receive an fm mode or other mode signal while operating in dv mode, the automatic dv detection function automatically changes. The ic 80ad provides vhfuhf dual band capabilities one band at a time via a simple band switching system.
The ic92ad has dualwatch receiver capability, allowing. Includes opc1799 serial pc cable, for icom ic92ad id92. The cs80880 free download cloning software is available from the icom web site. The icom ic 92ad is a rugged 5 watt dualband ht with dstar builtin. Buy bp217 bp217 battery for icom ic 80ad 91a 91ad t90 t90a. Ic 80ad and the ic 92ad is that the 92ad includes a dualwatch feature so that you can listen to a main and sub receiver simultaneously. You get 1052 memory channels in 26 banks, with 8 character channel names. So far the only thing i can find is the 92 has the ability to use an optional handmic with a gps receiver built in, and it can be dropped in water. Wideband receiver the ic80ad has a wideband receiver as a standard feature and covers 0. The vx8r is a true dual band ht, as you can monitor two bands simultaneously, the ic 80ad allows you to listen to one band at a time. This service manual describes the latest technical information for the ic 80ad and ic e80d vhfuhf digital transceiver at the time of publication. This function activates to transmit auto away from the transceiver.
Wcs92 programming software and usb92 cable for the icom ic92. If youre in range of a dstar repeater, you can program your radio for. The ic 92ad e92d is compatible with the jarl dstar format. The id31a was particularly attractive as the software takes advantage of the built in gps unit to locate the nearest dstar repeaters and provide you a list to choose from for communication. I think it is a bit costly compared to the other dstar hts. The ic80ad provides vhfuhf dual band capabilities one band at a time via a simple band switching system. Memory downloads for nondr mode radios by regions dstar.
On most dstar repeaters an ordinary user can link to another repeater, or to a. Two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. I thought the price i paid for my ic 80ad was on the high end of what i was willing to pay. Chirp nearly universal amateur radio programming software. High quality usb programming cable for icom radios. Another difference is that the ic80ad doesnt have the simple band scope display found in the 92ad. The incoming text dstar is really easy to read on the 80ad and programming with the free software is a breeze. Supply travel charger cable for icom radio id31a id51a ic91ad ic92ad ic.
Works with windows 7 32 and 64 bit, windows 8 and 8. The icom ic80ad is a rugged dualband 2 meter440 ht with dstar builtin. Within a week of receiving it and playing with it, i ordered an icom id880h for use as a base radio in the shack. I have an icom ic 92ad hand held with dstar built in and have used it quite a bit. Note that not all functionality is supported on all radio models. Never connect the transceiver to an ac outlet or to a dc power supply that uses more than specified. The ic 92ad and optional hm175gps have superior waterproof protection and is equivalent to ipx7 1 meter underwater for 30 minutes. Your onestop shop to buy new and used ham radio gear. Learn how to configure your autorepeater for the ic92ad, id31a. But, i found that if i turn the audio down and hold the.
Icom wcs80 handheld radio programming software ic80. Icom was the first commercial vendor of dstar equipment, beginning in 2005. Software program memories and other setting of the icom ic80 radio. Dstar digital smart technologies for amateur radio is an open standard digital communication protocol. Compact speaker mic for icom radio icdpr3 id31a id31e id. Rugged and submersible design, optional microphone with embedded gps. Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. Built to meet the most demanding use, the ic 92ads offer an aluminum case with a tough finish and a secure gripeven when wet. Icom is an outstanding, comprehensive radio manufacturer that produces radio communication equipment of all genres, from amateur radios to terrestrial, marine and avionics radios, as well as lte, wlan and satellite radios. I own the vx8r and the ic 92ad, both are fine radios in their own right. Icom autorepeater configuration ic92ad, id31a and ic 80ad. My first purchase while there was an icom ic 80ad dualband handheld. Used with this software, various settings can be made from a pc and the memory channels and other settings can be shared between ic80ad and its matching mobile unit, the id880h. I think the 92ad is a great radio but for what i need the 80ad is perfect.
Icom handheld ic92 radio programming software rt systems inc. Radio id31a id51a ic91ad ic92ad icw31a icw32a ict70a ic80ad ic91a ict2h. Ic 80ad vhf 144150 mhz uhf 430450 mhz select by subregions your state or country radio memory. Wcs80 software program memories and other setting of the icom ic80 radio. View and download icom ic80ad instruction manual online. With the ic80ad you can listen to one band at a time. I want to throw out what im using right now to program my radios that happen to support digital programming interfaces, which happens to be the baofeng uv5r and tonfa uv985. To create a new repeater list of the ic 31a that replacesupdates the existing list.
Id love to have this radio, but im not paying that price for a portable radio. View and download icom ic80ad operating manual online. Icom ic80ad dual band handheld transceiver icom america. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on.
Ic80ad and the ic92ad is that the 92ad includes a dualwatch feature so that you can listen to a main and sub receiver simultaneously. Icom ic92ad vhfuhf dualband transceivers ic92ad free. Getting started with drats a quick start guide drats is a free, easy to use, multiplatform program for data communications with dstar devices or through the internet. Waterproof to one meter for 30 minutes, these handheld transceivers carry an ipx7 rating find icom ic 92ad vhfuhf dualband transceivers ic 92ad. Radio id31a id51a ic91ad ic92ad icw31a icw32a ict70a ic80ad ic 91a ict2h. I really like the bright display and backlit keypad. Wideband receiver the ic 80ad has a wideband receiver as a standard feature and covers 0. Radio id31a uhf 430450 mhz select by hemisphere western repeater list to create a bank of memories for your ic 80 that covers your local repeaters. For the cost of the ic92ad i was able to purchase the ic80ad, programming cable, an extra. Icom ic80ad ic 80 ad ic80ad user and service manual. I want to know where the justification is for an extra 180 dollars.
Before you open a new ticket, you might want to consult the documentation. I had it shipped since i did not want to carry it back on the plane. The software can be run on windows, macos and linuxunix computers. Ship from us usb programming cable for icom ic92ad. Im hoping they dump enough money in our direction to purchase at least 4 fully equipped ic 92ad s with a gps speakermic, and standard backup battery, then have enough money left over to buy an ic 718, with an ah4 automatic antenna tuner, and a heil pr781 desk mic with foot switch.
Or with the rt systems usb29a cable connected through the opc1797. Icom ic 92ad ic 92 ad ic92ad service manual and specs icom id51a id 51 a id51a service manual and specs icom id51e id 51 e id51e service manual and specs icom ic 80ad ic 80 ad ic80ad service manual and specs icom ic t70a ic t 70a ict70a service manual and specs icom ic t70e ic t 70e ict70e service manual and specs. The icom ic 80ad is a rugged dualband 2 meter440 ht with dstar builtin. Lots of fun, d ar advanced digital dstar digital smart technology for amateur radio is a digital communication protocol developed by the jarl japan amateur radio league. Fits the ic t90a, ic t90e, ic 80ad, ic 91ad, ic 92ad, ic a24, ic a6. Ic t90a, ic q7a, ic v8, ic w32a, ic w32e, ic v82u82 etc. On the right side of this web page, you will find some links to the wiki. Batteries free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Icom ic 80ad ht, icom id80 ht radio dstar ht radio. Figure 1 the icom cs80880 cloning software makes it easy to configure the. Compatible icom models windows usb cable driver provided. Repeater owners or administrator may update their information by going to. Bp217 bp217 battery for icom ic80ad 91a 91ad t90 t90a18 month warranty highest quality cells and components 18 month warranty motorola bp217 replacement battery. Listen to aviation, marine, weather channels and other utility communications.
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