| IC-746
- HF/6m/2m Base Transceiver
SPECIFICATIONS ARE FROM ICOM |
 WOW!
100 watts on HF, 6 meters AND 2 meters!
RATED 10 IF-DSP, too! RATED
10 Click on the small image to get a large picture of
the IC-746.
A REAL HF
radio with 6 and 2 meters. RATED
10 With solar cycle 23, 2000, 2001, 2002, gearing up,
all hams will be able to take advantage of better HF propagation
conditions, night AND day!
HF + 6 meter + 2 meter
Coverage RATED 10
The IC-746 offers all mode operation (SSB, CW, RTTY, AM and
FM) on the amateur HF bands, 50 MHz and 144 MHz bands. In
addition, a wide frequency coverage receiver provides continuous
coverage from 30 KHz to 60 MHz and 108-174 MHz.
100 W Output for All Bands RATED
10, ESPECIALLY GOOD FOR 2 METER SSB.
100 Watts of output is available on all bands - HF, 50 MHz and
144 MHz, making the IC-746 a practical choice for all-around
base station use. The die-cast aluminum chassis and a large
cooling fan help to stabilize the PA circuit, providing 100%
full duty cycle operation.
DSP Function Standard
DSP digitally transposes receive audio components in all modes
of operation to produce desired AF frequency characteristics at
the IF stage of the transceiver. This built-in DSP provides the
following functions:
 | Noise reduction
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| Automatic notch filter
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| Selectable APF |
| IN THE
LARGER METROPOLITAN CITIES WE FOUND THAT THE DCI
FILTER WAS NECESSARY TO ELIMINATE THE INTERMOD PROBLEM
ON RECEIVE. |
Large, Multi-Function LCD
WE HAD VARIOUS COMMENTS FROM USERS AS TO THE DISPLAY SCREEN. RATED
8
Designed for ease of use and optimum readability in any lighting
condition. Operating frequency, memory channel number, function
settings and digital meter readouts are indicated. In addition,
the following items can be displayed in the multi-function
dot-matrix portion of the LCD:
| Band scope - provides a
convenient visual indication of band conditions around a
displayed frequency
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| Memory names - up to 9
characters can be conveniently assigned to memories
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| Key assignments - indicates
functions assigned to multi-function switches
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| Twin PBT settings - display
passband widths and passband location against the RX
frequency
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| Split frequency - RX or TX
frequency is displayed during split operation
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| Memory keyer content -
displays the contents of the CW memory keyer |
Twin PBT (Pass Band Tuning)
This convenient function narrows the IF passband in two
stages to eliminate interfering signals. Particularly useful
during crowded band conditions such as pileups, contests, etc.
Versatile Filter
Combinations
Up to 3 optional crystal filters can be installed, providing
a wide variety of filter combinations. Choose a filter
combination from the front panel that best suits your operating
needs, for example 500 Hz and 250 Hz CW filters.
Digital, Multi-Function S/RF
Meter
This meter provides a variety of useful information. Signal
strength is indicated while receiving (S-meter) and RF output,
SWR and ALC levels are simultaneously indicated while
transmitting. A peak level hold function is available for the
S-meter.
Complete CW Functions
CW enthusiasts won't be disappointed. With a built-in 4 channel
memory keyer with 50 characters, multi-function electronic keyer,
CW pitch control and full break0in (QSK), the IC-746 has it all.
Automatic Antenna Tuner
An automatic antenna tuner id built-in and covers the HF bands
to 50 MHz. After operating on a band for the first time memories
can be preset providing very high speed tuning. RATED
10
Specifications:
| Dimensions: 11.3 (W) x 4.7
(H) x 12.5 (D); 19 lb, 10 oz
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| HF + 6 Meters + 2 Meters
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| All Mode, Including RTTY (FSK
and AFSK) and PSK31
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| 5-100 Variable Watts of
Power (5-40 W on AM) on All Bands, Including 2 Meters
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| Fast, Built-In Automatic
Antenna Tuner for HF and 6 Meters
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| 3 Antenna Connectors RATED
10
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| IF-DSP with Noise Reduction RATED
10
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| IF-DSP Auto Notch Filter RATED
10
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| Selectable DSP Audio Peak
Filter (320/160/80 Hz)
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| Noise Blanker RATED
10
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| Concentrated Information Dot
Matrix LCD Display with Soft Key Controls
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| Spectrum Scope
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| Quadruple Conversion
Superheterodyne for SSB, CW, AM, RTTY, Triple for FM
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| Twin Passband Tuning (PBT)
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| Triple Band Stacking
Register
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| 2 Step Preamplifier -- great
for weak signal work on VHF. Single stage on 2 meters RATED
10
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| 10 "Memo Pad"
Memories. Easy, powerful feature, great for contesters and
DX'ers
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| Noise Blanker
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| 3 Optional Filter Slots -- 2
for 9 MHz and 1 for 455kHz, front panel selectable
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| With the 4 filters that come
as standard equipment, get up to a total of 7 filters
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| Speech Compressor
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| Tone Squelch Standard
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| Tone Scan
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| VOX GREAT
FOR USING THE COMPUTER AT THE SAME TIME. RATED 10
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| SmarTuneTM Tuning. Automatically
senses how fast you want to tune by how fast the knob is
turned
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| Digital Metering. Measures 3
parameters, all at once
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| Auto Repeater Duplex Setting
for 2, 6, and 10 Meters
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| Quick Split Function
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| CW Pitch Control
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| Semi and Full Break-In (QSK)
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| Memory Keyer with 4 Built-In
Memories
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| Includes QSO serial number
generator with count-up feature (incrementing the QSO number
with each contact) and auto-repeat message
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| Optional CT-17 level
converter for PC programming
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| FM Narrow Capability
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| Transmit Audio Monitor
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| Durable, Continuous Duty
Cycle Transmitter
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| Built-In Carrying Handle and
Side Feet
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| Optional Voice Synthesizer |
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