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IC-718 (All Mode)
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All Mode Amateur
All Mode Amateur
HF ALL BAND TRANSCEIVER
IC-718 (All Mode)
The Origin of the HF Transceiver
Now Improved Even More
Classic Simplicity, Compact, and Timeless Reliability
The IC-718 is a compact rig with ample features for HF communications. The HF bands enable you to communicate across long distances, even reaching the other side of the Earth. With its wide dynamic range, high S/N ratio, and full duty operation, you will make contacts easily. Experience the combination of RF and digital technology and you will realize the IC-718 is the most practical rig for your needs.
Specification
General
Frequency coverage (Differs according to version) | Rx | 0.030 ~ 29.999 MHz*1 |
Tx | 1.800 ~ 1.999*2, 3.500 ~ 3.999*2, 7.000 ~ 7.300, 10.100 ~ 10.150, 14.000 ~ 14.350, 18.068 ~ 18.168, 21.000 ~ 21.450, 24.890 ~ 24.990, 28.000 ~ 29.700 MHz | |
Mode | USB, LSB, CW, RTTY (FSK), AM | |
Frequency resolution | 1 Hz | |
Frequency stability | Less than ±200 Hz from 1 min. ~ 60 min. after power ON Less than ±30 Hz/hour at +25˚C (+77˚F) 1 hour later after power ON Less than ±350 Hz between 0˚C ~ +50˚C (+32˚F ~ +122˚F) | |
Maximum current drain | 20 A at 13.8 V DC | |
Power supply requirement | 13.8 V DC ±15 % | |
Antenna connector | SO-239 (50 Ω unbalanced) | |
Number of memory channels | 101 (99 regular, 2 scan edges) | |
Power consumption | Rx | 1.3 A (Standby), 2.0 A (Maximum audio) |
Tx | 20 A (at 100 W output power) | |
Operating temperature range | –10˚C ~ +60˚C, 14˚F ~ 140˚F | |
Dimensions (W×H×D; projections are not included) | 240 × 95 × 239 mm, 9.4 × 3.7 × 9.4 in | |
Weight (Approximately) | 3.8 kg, 8.4 lb |
*1 Guaranteed range 0.5 ~ 29.999 MHz. 2 Varies according to version.
Transmitter
Output power | SSB, CW, RTTY | 2 ~ 100 W |
AM | 2 ~ 35 W | |
Modulation system | SSB | Balanced modulation |
AM | Low level modulation | |
Spurious emissions | Less than –50 dB below peak output power | |
Carrier suppression | More than 40 dB | |
Unwanted sideband | More than 50 dB | |
Microphone impedance | 8-pin connector (600 Ω) |
Receiver
Receiver system | Double-conversion superheterodyne | |
Sensitivity (at 10 dB S/N) (For all versions) | SSB, CW, RTTY | 0.16 μV (1.8 ~ 29.999 MHz) |
AM | 13 μV (0.5 ~ 1.799 MHz) 2 μV (1.8 ~ 29.999 MHz) | |
Selectivity | SSB, CW, RTTY | More than 2.1 kHz / –6 dB Less than 4.5 kHz / –60 dB |
AM | More than 6.0 kHz/–6 dB Less than 20 kHz / –40 dB | |
Squelch sensitivity (Threshold) | Less than 5.6 μV (SSB) | |
Spurious and image rejection | More than 70 dB (1.8 ~ 29.999 MHz) | |
Audio output power | More than 2.0 W (at 10 % distortion with an 8 Ω load) | |
External speaker connector | 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1/8) / 8 Ω |
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.
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Applicable U.S. Military Specifications
Standard
| MIL 810 F | MIL 810 F |
Method | Procedure | |
Temperature Shock | 503.4 | I |
Rain Drip* | 506.4 | III |
Vibration | 514.5 | I |
Shock | 516.5 | I, IV |
*Rain Drip test was performed on the front panel only. Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D and -E.
Supplied Accessories
Hand microphone
DC power cable
Spare fuses
(May differ depending on the version)