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Icom IC-7100 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
HF/VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER
i7100
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
WARNING: MODIFICATION OF THIS DEVICE TO RECEIVE
C E L L U L A R R A D I OT E L E P H O N E S E RV I C E S I G N A L S I S
PROHIBITED UNDER FCC RULES AND FEDERAL LAW.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL HF/VHF/UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER i7100 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 2: Explicit Definitions

    FOREWORD EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS Thank you for purchasing this fi ne Icom product. The IC-7100 WORD DEFINITION is designed and build with UHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER Personal death, serious injury or an R DANGER! Icom’s superior technology and craftsmanship combining tra- explosion may occur.
  • Page 3 Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other OFF and remove the power cable if it emits an abnormal manufacturer’s microphones have different pin assignments, odor, sound or smoke. Contact your Icom dealer or dis- and connection to the IC-7100 may damage the transceiver. tributor for advice.

  • Page 4: Supplied Accessories

    SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES The following accessories are supplied with the transceiver. q Hand microphone ..........1 w Control cable ............1 e Ferrite bead ............1 r 3.5 (d) mm plug ............ 1 t ACC cable ............1 y DC power cable* (OPC-1457) ......1 or (OPC-1457R) ......
  • Page 5 Previous view Previous view Section PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller)............1-2 Display ..................1-8 Display ..................1-9 Display ..................1-10 Display ..................1-11 M-1 (M-1 menu) Display ............1-11 M-2 (M-2 menu) Display ............1-11 M-3 (M-3 menu) Display ............1-11 D-1 (D-1 menu) Display ............1-11 D-2 (D-2 menu) Display ............1-11...

  • Page 6: Controller: Front Panel

    Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) i7100 RF/SQL TX / RX M-CH BANK MENU NOTCH AUTO TUNE RX ➔ SPEECH TUNER/CALL MIC/RF PWR SPEED/PITCH P.AMP ATT QUICK MPAD • When used as an RF gain/squelch control q POWER SWITCH/AF VOLUME [PWR]/[AF] (p.
  • Page 7 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) i7100 RF/SQL TX / RX M-CH BANK MENU NOTCH AUTO TUNE RX ➔ SPEECH TUNER/CALL MIC/RF PWR SPEED/PITCH P.AMP ATT QUICK MPAD e TX/RX LED ❍ When the PBT LED rights green ➥...
  • Page 8 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) i7100 RF/SQL TX / RX M-CH BANK MENU NOTCH AUTO TUNE RX ➔ SPEECH TUNER/CALL MIC/RF PWR SPEED/PITCH P.AMP ATT QUICK MPAD o ANTENNA TUNER/CALL KEY !2 NOISE BLANKER KEY (p. 76) TUNER/CALL (Mode: SSB/CW/RTTY/AM) ❍...
  • Page 9 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) i7100 RF/SQL TX / RX M-CH BANK MENU NOTCH AUTO TUNE RX ➔ SPEECH TUNER/CALL MIC/RF PWR SPEED/PITCH P.AMP ATT QUICK MPAD !5 PREAMP•ATTENUATOR KEY !6 NOTCH SWITCH (p. 77) P.AMP NOTCH (Mode = Auto notch: SSB/AM/FM ❍...
  • Page 10 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) i7100 RF/SQL TX / RX M-CH BANK MENU NOTCH AUTO TUNE RX ➔ SPEECH TUNER/CALL MIC/RF PWR SPEED/PITCH P.AMP ATT QUICK MPAD ❍ RX CALL SIGN CAPTURE KEY Operation !7 DR MODE KEY (p.
  • Page 11 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) i7100 RF/SQL TX / RX M-CH BANK MENU NOTCH AUTO TUNE RX ➔ SPEECH TUNER/CALL MIC/RF PWR SPEED/PITCH P.AMP ATT QUICK MPAD @2 @3 @2 SPEECH/LOCK SWITCH @3 MEMO PAD KEY MPAD (p.
  • Page 12 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) Display q TX ICON t QUICK TUNING ICON Indicates either the displayed frequency can be Appears when the Quick tuning mode is selected. transmitted, or not. • When “Z” is displayed, the frequency changes in pre-set ➥...
  • Page 13 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) Display !5 RIT ICON (pp. 69, 81) ⁄ TUNING DIAL SPEED ICON (p. 39) ➥ “RIT” appears when the RIT function is turned (Mode: SSB-D/CW/RTTY) “1/4” appears when the tuning dial speed is set so ➥...
  • Page 14 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) Display @2 MEMORY CHANNEL READOUT (p. 100) @4 INFORMATION READOUT (p. 80) ➥ Shows the selected memory channel, scan edge Displays the transmit frequency of the Split opera- channel or Call channel. tion, descriptions of the memory channel or Re- ceived Call sign on the DV mode, and so on.
  • Page 15 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Front panel (Controller) (Continued) Display ➥ Push to change the set of functions assigned MENU to touch keys. • Toggles the function display menu between M-1 (M-1 menu), M-2 (M-2 menu), M-3 (M-3 menu), D-1 (D-1 menu) and D-2 (D-2 menu).
  • Page 16 Previous view PANEL DESCRIPTION Function keys on M-1 display DIGITAL SQUELCH KEY [DSQL] (p. 114) (Mode: DV) SCAN KEY [SCAN] (p. 147) ➥ Push to select a digital squelch function between Touch to display the “SCAN” screen. digital call sign squelch and digital code squelch. ➥...

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    Previous view Section RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Operating SSB .................4-2 Operating CW ................4-3 About the CW reverse mode ...........4-4 About keying speed ..............4-4 About CW pitch control ............4-4 CW sidetone function ..............4-5 CW Auto tune function ............4-5 Electronic keyer functions ............4-6 Memory keyer menu construction ...........4-6 Memory keyer send menu...

  • Page 18: Section 4 Receive And Transmit

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Operating SSB The L, R, C or D in the Select the desired frequency band. (p. 35) L eft D isplay R ight On the Mode selection screen, touch “SSB” to select instructions indicate the the LSB or USB mode.

  • Page 19: Operating Cw

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Operating CW The L, R, C or D in the Select the desired frequency band. (p. 35) L eft D isplay R ight On the Mode selection screen, touch “CW” to select instructions indicate the the CW mode.

  • Page 20: D About The Cw Reverse Mode

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Operating CW (Continued) About the CW reverse mode The CW reverse mode receives signals with a reverse side CW carrier point similar to voice LSB and USB modes. Use when interfering signals are near a desired signal and you want to reduce the interfering tone.

  • Page 21: Dcw Sidetone Function

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Operating CW (Continued) CW sidetone function When the transceiver is in the receive mode (and the Break-in function is OFF— p. 79), you can listen to the CW sidetone without actually transmitting. You can also use the CW sidetone to practice CW send- ing, but be sure to turn OFF the Break-in function.

  • Page 22: Electronic Keyer Functions

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Electronic keyer functions The L, R, C or D in the You can access a number of convenient built-in elec- L eft D isplay R ight tronic keyer functions in the memory keyer menu. instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 23: D Memory Keyer Send Menu

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Electronic keyer functions (Continued) Memory keyer send menu Preset characters can be sent using the Keyer Send screen. Contents of the memory keyer are enterd in the Keyer Memory (Edit) screen. • Transmitting q In the CW mode, turn ON the Break-in function. (p. •...

  • Page 24: D Editing A Memory Keyer

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Electronic keyer functions (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the Editing a memory keyer L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the The contents of the memory keyer memories can be set on the Keyer Memory (Edit) screen. The memory part of the controller.

  • Page 25: D Contest Number Set Mode

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Electronic keyer functions (Continued) Contest number Set mode This mode is used to set the contest number, count up The L, R, C or D in the instructions indicate the trigger and Present number. part of the controller. L: Left side, R: Right side, C: Center bottom •...

  • Page 26: D Keyer Set Mode

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Electronic keyer functions (Continued) Keyer Set mode The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight This Set mode is used to set the CW sidetone, memory instructions indicate the keyer repeat time, dash weight, paddle specifi...
  • Page 27 Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Electronic keyer functions (Continued) Keyer set mode (Continued) Side Tone Level Rise Time (Default: 50%) (Default: 4ms) Select the CW sidetone output level. Set the rise time of the transmitted CW envelope. • 0 to 100% can be selected. •...

  • Page 28: Operating Rtty (Fsk)

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Operating RTTY (FSK) The L, R, C or D in the When using your RTTY terminal or TNC, consult the L eft D isplay R ight manual that comes with the equipment. instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 29: The Functions For Rtty Operation

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The functions for RTTY operation The L, R, C or D in the About RTTY reverse mode L eft D isplay R ight Received characters are occasionally garbled when instructions indicate the part of the controller. the Mark and Space signals are reversed.

  • Page 30: Drtty Set Mode

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The functions for RTTY operation (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the RTTY Set mode L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the The RTTY Set mode is used to set the Twin peak fi lter function, mark and shift frequencies and the keying po- part of the controller.

  • Page 31: Drtty Decoder

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The functions for RTTY operation (Continued) RTTY decoder The transceiver has an RTTY decoder for Baudot (mark frequency: 2125 Hz, shift frequency: 170 Hz, 45 bps). An external terminal unit (TU) or terminal node con- nector (TNC) is not necessary for receiving a Baudot signal.

  • Page 32: Drtty Decode Set Mode

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The functions for RTTY operation (Continued) RTTY decode Set mode The L, R, C or D in the instructions indicate the The RTTY decode Set mode is used to set the decode part of the controller. USOS function, RTTY decoder new line code and the L: Left side, R: Right side, C: Center bottom TX USOS function.

  • Page 33: D Transmitting An Rtty Memory

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The functions for RTTY operation (Continued) Transmitting an RTTY memory Previously entered characters can be sent using the RTTY memory. Contents of the memory are enter in the RTTY Memory (Edit) screen. In the RTTY mode, push (C) one or more MENU times to select the “M-2”...

  • Page 34: D Editing An Rtty Memory

    €QSL DE ICOM ICOM UR 599–599 BK€ instructions indicate the €73 GL SK€ part of the controller. €CQ CQ CQ DE ICOM ICOM ICOM K€ L: Left side €MY TRANSCEIVER IS IC–7100 & ANTENNA IS A R: Right side C: Center bottom 3–ELEMENT TRIBAND YAGI.€...

  • Page 35: Turning On The Rtty Decode Log

    Be sure to insert the SD card, otherwise this function L: Left side does not work properly. The SD card is not supplied R: Right side byu Icom. C: Center bottom D: Display (Touch panel) q In the RTTY mode, push...

  • Page 36: Drtty Decode Log Set Mode

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT The functions for RTTY operation (Continued) RTTY decode log Set mode The RTTY decode log Set mode is used to set the File Type and the Time stamps. q In the RTTY mode, push (C) one or more MENU times to select the “M-2”...

  • Page 37: Operating Am/Fm

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Operating AM/FM The L, R, C or D in the Select the desired frequency band. (p. 35) L eft D isplay R ight On the Mode selection screen, touch “AM” or “FM” to instructions indicate the select the AM or FM mode.

  • Page 38: Tone Squelch Operation

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Tone squelch operation The L, R, C or D in the The tone squelch opens only when you receive a signal L eft D isplay R ight containing a matching subaudible tone. You can silently instructions indicate the wait for calls from others using the same tone.

  • Page 39: Dtcs Operation

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT DTCS operation The DTCS function is another method of communica- tions using selective calling. Only received signals hav- ing a matching 3-digit code will open the squelch. DTCS icon Select the desired frequency band. (p. 35) On the Mode selection screen, touch “FM”...

  • Page 40: Tone Scan/Dtcs Code Scan Operation

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Tone scan/DTCS code scan operation The L, R, C or D in the To search for a repeater’s sub-audible tone frequency, L eft D isplay R ight a tone scan is available. instructions indicate the By monitoring a repeater signal with a tone squelch or part of the controller.

  • Page 41: Repeater Operation

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Repeater operation The L, R, C or D in the A repeater receives transmitted signals and retransmits L eft D isplay R ight them on a different frequency. When using a repeater, instructions indicate the the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive fre- part of the controller.

  • Page 42: D Repeater Access Tone Frequency Setting

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Repeater operation (Continued) Repeater access tone frequency setting The L, R, C or D in the Some repeaters require a subaudible tone to be ac- L eft D isplay R ight cessed. Subaudible tones are superimposed on your instructions indicate the normal signal and must be set fi...

  • Page 43: One-Touch Repeater Function

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Repeater operation (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the One-touch repeater function L eft D isplay R ight This function allows you to set the repeater operation instructions indicate the part of the controller. by holding down one switch.

  • Page 44: D Transmit Frequency Monitor Check

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Repeater operation (Continued) Transmit frequency monitor check You may be able to directly receive the other party’s transmitted signal without having to go through a re- peater. This function helps you to check whether direct communication can be made, or not.

  • Page 45: D Turning On The Auto Repeater Function (U.s.a. And Korea Versions Only)

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Repeater operation (Continued) D Turning ON the Auto Repeater function (U.S.A. and Korea versions only) When the operating frequency falls within the repeater output frequency range, the Auto Repeater function au- tomatically sets the repeater settings (duplex ON/OFF, duplex direction, tone encoder ON/OFF).

  • Page 46: D Storing A Non Standard Repeater

    Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Repeater operation (Continued) Storing a non standard repeater Turn OFF the Auto Repeater function in the “Func- tion” Set mode. (p. 4-28) (C) > Function > SPLIT/DUP > Auto Repeater VFO A D) to While the “M-1” menu is selected, touch [A/B]( select VFO A.
  • Page 47 Previous view RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT About the 5 MHz frequency band operation (USA version only) Operation on the 5 MHz frequency band is allowed on • For the USB mode 5 discrete frequencies and must adhere to the follow- The FCC specifi es center frequencies on the 5 MHz fre- ing: quency band.
  • Page 48 Previous view Section FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Preamp and attenuator ............5-2 Preamplifi er ................5-2 Attenuator ................5-2 AGC function ................5-3 AGC speed selection ...............5-3 Setting the AGC time constant ..........5-3 RIT function ................5-4 Twin PBT operation ..............5-5 IF fi lter selection ..............5-6 IF fi...

  • Page 49: Section 5 Functions For Receive

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Preamp and attenuator Preamplifi er The preamplifi er amplifi es weak signals in the receiver front end, to improve the S/N ratio and sensitivity. Turn ON this function when receiving weak signals. (Frequency band: HF/50 MHz) ➥...

  • Page 50: Agc Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE AGC function The L, R, C or D in the The AGC (Auto Gain Control) controls receiver gain to L eft D isplay R ight produce a constant audio output level, even when the instructions indicate the received signal strength greatly varies.

  • Page 51: Rit Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE RIT function The L, R, C or D in the The RIT (Receive Increment Tuning) function compen- L eft D isplay R ight sates for slight frequency differences between the two instructions indicate the stations. part of the controller.

  • Page 52: Twin Pbt Operation

    To reject interference, PBT (Passband Tuning) electron- ically narrows the IF passband width by shifting the IF frequency slightly outside of the IF fi lter passband. The IC-7100 uses DSP for the PBT function. Moving both TWIN-PBT ([M-CH/BANK] (L)) controls shifts the IF passband center frequency both above and below the received frequency.

  • Page 53: If Fi Lter Selection

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE IF fi lter selection The L, R, C or D in the The transceiver has 3 passband width IF fi lters for each L eft D isplay R ight mode. instructions indicate the part of the controller. L: Left side The fi...

  • Page 54: If (Dsp) Fi Lter Shape

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE IF (DSP) fi lter shape The L, R, C or D in the (Mode: SSB/CW) L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the A soft or sharp type of DSP fi lter shape for both SSB part of the controller.

  • Page 55: Noise Blanker

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Noise Blanker (Mode: SSB/CW/RTTY/AM) The L, R, C or D in the instructions indicate the The Noise Blanker eliminates pulse-type noise such as part of the controller. noise from car ignitions. L: Left side, R: Right side, C: Center bottom D: Display (Touch panel) ➥...

  • Page 56: Noise Reduction

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Noise Reduction The L, R, C or D in the The Noise Reduction function reduces random noise L eft D isplay R ight components and enhances audio signals which are instructions indicate the buried in noise. The received signals are converted to part of the controller.

  • Page 57: Notch Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Notch function The L, R, C or D in the (Mode = Auto notch: SSB/AM/FM L eft D isplay R ight Manual notch: SSB/CW/RTTY/AM) instructions indicate the This transceiver has Auto and Manual Notch functions. part of the controller.

  • Page 58: D Manual Notch Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Notch function (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the Manual Notch function L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the (Mode = Manual notch: SSB/CW/RTTY/AM) part of the controller. The Manual Notch function allows you to manually at- L: Left side tenuate a frequency using the ‘NOTCH control.’...

  • Page 59: Lock Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Lock function The IC-7100 has two kinds of lock functions; Dial Lock and Panel Lock. The Dial Lock function locks only the Dial, and Panel Lock function locks controller opera- tion. The Dial Lock function prevents frequency changes by...

  • Page 60: Meter Peak Hold Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Meter peak hold function The Meter Peak hold function is set to ON by default, the peak level of a received signal strength or the out- put power is displayed for approximately 0.5 seconds. The function can be turned OFF in the “Meter Peak Hold”...

  • Page 61: Simple Band Scope

    Blinks when the reference frequency the location and strength of signals around a specifi ed is outside of the sweep range. frequency. The IC-7100’s Band Scope function can be used in any operating mode and any frequency band. Sweep step Band scope display...
  • Page 62 Previous view Section FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT VOX function ................6-2 Using the VOX function ............6-2 Adjusting the VOX function ............6-2 Break-in function ..............6-3 Semi Break-in operation ............6-3 Full Break-in operation ............6-4 Speech compressor function ..........6-5 Transmit fi lter width selection ..........6-6 Monitor function ..............6-7 Split frequency operation ............6-8 Direct frequency shift input...

  • Page 63: Section 6 Functions For Transmit

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT VOX function (Mode: SSB/AM/FM/DV) The VOX (Voice-Operated Transmission) function switches the transceiver between transmit and receive with your voice. This function provides hands-free op- eration. Using the VOX function Select the desired frequency band. (p. 35) On the Mode selection screen, select either the SSB, AM, FM or DV mode.

  • Page 64: Break-In Function

    L: Left side receive when keying. The IC-7100 is capable of Full R: Right side Break-in or Semi Break-in. C: Center bottom D: Display (Touch panel)

  • Page 65: D Full Break-In Operation

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Break-in function (Continued) Full Break-in operation During Full Break-in operation, the transceiver trans- mits when you key down, then immediately returns to receive when you release. On the Mode selection screen, select the CW or CW-R mode.

  • Page 66: Speech Compressor Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Speech compressor function The L, R, C or D in the (Mode: SSB) L eft D isplay R ight The Speech Compressor function increases average instructions indicate the RF output power, improving signal strength and read- part of the controller.

  • Page 67: Transmit Fi Lter Width Selection

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Transmit fi lter width selection (Mode: SSB) The transmit fi lter width for the SSB mode can be se- lected from Wide, Mid or Narrow. This setting can be memorized each for the Speech Compressor ON and OFF.

  • Page 68: Monitor Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Monitor function The Monitor function allows you to monitor your trans- mit IF signals in any mode. Use this to check voice characteristics while adjusting transmit parameters. The CW sidetone functions regardless of the “Monitor” setting.

  • Page 69: Split Frequency Operation

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Split frequency operation The L, R, C or D in the Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and L eft D isplay R ight receive on two different frequencies. Split frequency instructions indicate the operation is performed using frequencies in VFO A and part of the controller.

  • Page 70: D Direct Frequency Shift Input

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Split frequency operation (Continued) Direct frequency shift input The frequency shift can directly be entered. Touch the MHz digits to enter the Band selection dis- play. Touch the MHz D) to enter the Direct input screen. Touch [F-INP]( digits.

  • Page 71: D Split Lock Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Split frequency operation (Continued) Split Lock function The Split Lock function is convenient for changing only the transmit frequency. When the Split Lock function is not used, accidentally releasing (R) while rotating the Dial, changes the receive frequency. Push The Split Lock function is OFF by default, but can be turned ON in the “SPLIT LOCK”...

  • Page 72: Quick Split Function

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Quick Split function The L, R, C or D in the When you touch [SPLIT](D) for 1 second, the Split fre- L eft D isplay R ight quency operation is turned ON. The undisplayed VFO instructions indicate the is automatically changed according to the plus/minus part of the controller.

  • Page 73: D Split Frequency Offset Setting

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Quick Split function (Continued) Split frequency offset setting By setting an often-used split frequency offset in ad- vance, you can use the Quick Split function to select split operation at the touch of one key. Push Push (C) to enter the Set mode.

  • Page 74: Measuring Swr

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Measuring SWR The L, R, C or D in the The IC-7100 has a built-in circuit for measuring antenna L eft D isplay R ight SWR— no external equipment or special adjustments instructions indicate the are necessary.

  • Page 75: D Plot Measurement

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Measuring SWR (Continued) Plot measurement Plot measurement allows you to measure the SWR over an entire band. SWR measuring step Frequency display mark Shows starting Shows the graph bar measurement INDICATOR DESCRIPTION Touch [Z„](D) to start the measuring. While measuring, “X…” is displayed. The measured fre- quency is displayed by the frequency display mark, “∫,”...
  • Page 76 Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Measuring SWR Plot measurement (Continued) Select the desired frequency band. (p. 3-5) The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight On the Mode selection screen, select the RTTY or instructions indicate the RTTY-R mode.

  • Page 77: Dswr Graph Set Mode

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Measuring SWR (Continued) SWR Graph Set mode Push (C) one or more times to select the MENU The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight “M-3” screen (M-3 menu). instructions indicate the D) to display the “SWR”...

  • Page 78: Dtmf Memory Encoder

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT DTMF Memory encoder DTMF tones are used for autopatching, controlling oth- er equipment, and so on. The transceiver has 16 DTMF memory channels for storage of often-used DTMF codes sequence of up to 24 digits. Programming a DTMF code Select the desired frequency band.

  • Page 79: D Transmitting Dtmf Code

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT DTMF memory encoder (Continued) Transmitting DTMF code To transmit DTMF code using a DTMF send window, program the desired code in advance. Select the desired frequency band. (p. 3-5) On the Mode selection screen, select the FM or DV mode.

  • Page 80: D Transmitting Dtmf Code (Direct Input)

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT DTMF memory encoder (Continued) Transmitting DTMF code (Direct Input) Select the desired frequency band. (p. 3-5) On the Mode selection screen, select the FM or DV mode. (p.3-??) • The DTMF encoder can be used in the FM or DV mode. Push (C) one or more times to select the MENU...

  • Page 81: D Setting Dtmf Transfer Speed

    Previous view FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT DTMF memory encoder (Continued) Setting DTMF transfer speed The DTMF transfer speed can be selected. Example: Set the DTMF transfer speed to 300 millisec- On the Mode selection screen, select the FM or DV onds. mode.
  • Page 82 Previous view Section D-STAR INTRODUCTION “MY” (Your own call sign) programming ......7-2 D-STAR Intoroduction ............7-5 About the DR (D-STAR Repeater) mode ......7-6 Communication Form in the DR mode ........7-7 IMPORTANT! • The repeater list, described in this manual, may differ from your transceiver’s preloaded contents. •...

  • Page 83: My" (Your Own Call Sign) Programming

    Previous view D-STAR INTRODUCTION “MY” (Your own call sign) programming Before starting D-STAR, the following steps are needed. IMPORTANT! STEP 1 Entering your call sign (MY) into the transceiver. STEP 2 Registering your call sign (MY) to a gateway repeater. You have completed the steps!! You can store up to 6 “MY”...
  • Page 84 Previous view D-STAR INTRODUCTION “MY” (Your own call sign) programming (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the Enter the Call Sign L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the Touch the desired block one or more times to select part of the controller.
  • Page 85 Previous view D-STAR INTRODUCTION “MY” (Your own call sign) programming The L, R, C or D in the 2. Enter the Call Sign (Continued) L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the Touch the entered call sign to set the call sign to be part of the controller.

  • Page 86: D-Star Intoroduction

    Previous view D-STAR INTRODUCTION D-STAR Intoroduction • In the original D-STAR (Digital Smart Technologies for Amateur Radio) plan, JARL envisioned a system of repeaters grouped together into Zones. • The D-STAR repeater enables you to call a HAM sta- tion in another area through the internet. •...

  • Page 87: About The Dr (D-Star Repeater) Mode

    Previous view D-STAR INTRODUCTION About the DR (D-STAR Repeater) mode The DR (D-STAR Repeater) mode is one mode you can Destination use for D-STAR repeater operation. In this mode, you (Repeater/Station) can select the preprogrammed repeater or frequency in “FROM” (the access repeater or simplex), and UR call sign in “TO”...

  • Page 88: Communication Form In The Dr Mode

    Previous view D-STAR INTRODUCTION Communication Form in the DR mode In the DR mode, the transceiver has three communica- tion forms, as shown below. • Local area call: To call through your local area (ac- cess) repeater. • Gateway call: To call through your local area (ac- cess) repeater, repeater gateway and the internet to your destination re- peater or individual station’s last used...
  • Page 89 Previous view Section MEMORY OPERATION General description ...............11-2 Memory channel contents .............11-2 Selecting a Memory channel ..........11-3 Selecting in the VFO mode ...........11-3 Selecting in the Memory mode ..........11-3 Selecting a Call channel ............11-4 Programming a Memory channel ........11-5 Programming in the VFO mode ..........11-5 Programming in the Memory mode ........11-5...

  • Page 90: Section 11 Memory Operation

    R: Right side ory content or save it to a SD card or to a PC. C: Center bottom • The SD card is not available from Icom. Purchase a D: Display (Touch panel) SD card to meet your needs.

  • Page 91: Selecting A Memory Channel

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Selecting a Memory channel The L, R, C or D in the Selecting in the VFO mode L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the Touch the Memory channel number indication once part of the controller. or twice to select the VFO mode.

  • Page 92: Selecting A Call Channel

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Selecting a Call channel Two Call channels (C1/C2) are selectable in each of the 144 and 430 MHz frequency bands. Factory default frequencies and operating modes are programmed into the Call channels. Change these to suit your operating needs. (see page ??) Select the 144 or 430 MHz frequency band.

  • Page 93: Programming A Memory Channel

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Programming a Memory channel The L, R, C or D in the Memory channels can be programmed in either the L eft D isplay R ight VFO mode or the Memory mode. instructions indicate the part of the controller. NOTE: If you perform the operations as described L: Left side below in a pre-programmed channel, the previous...
  • Page 94 Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Programming a Memory channel (Continued) Programming in the DR mode The L, R, C or D in the instructions indicate the part of Push to select the DR mode. (p. ??-??) the controller. Set the desired contents. (p.
  • Page 95 Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Programming a Memory channel (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the Checking the programmed Memory con- L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the tents part of the controller. The programmed Memory channels can be checked on the “MEMORY LIST”...

  • Page 96: Clearing A Memory Channel

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Clearing a Memory channel The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight Any no longer used regular Memory channels can be instructions indicate the cleared, and then become blank channels. part of the controller.

  • Page 97: Copying Memory Contents

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Copying Memory contents The L, R, C or D in the The Memory channel contents (frequency, operating L eft D isplay R ight mode, and so on.) can be copied to the VFO. instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 98: Programming A Memory Name

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Programming a Memory name The L, R, C or D in the All Memory channels, including Scan Edges and Call L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the channels, can be tagged with alphanumeric names of part of the controller.
  • Page 99 Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Memory name programming (Continued) I](D) to move the cursor backwards, or Touch [ touch [J](D) to move the cursor forwards. !0 Repeat steps i and o to program up to 16 char- acters memory name, and then touch [ENT](D) to After program- save the name, and return to the “MEMORY LIST”...

  • Page 100: Selecting A Memory Display Type

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Selecting a Memory display type While in the memory mode, the programmed memory The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight name can be displayed. instructions indicate the part of the controller. Touch the Memory channel number indication once L: Left side or twice to select the Memory mode.

  • Page 101: Memo Pad Function

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Memo pad function The transceiver has a Memo pad function to store the Memo pads are convenient when you want to memo- displayed content for easy writing and recalling. The rize the displayed content temporarily, such as when Memo pads are separate from the Memory channels.

  • Page 102: D Calling Up The Memo Pads

    Previous view MEMORY OPERATION Memo pad function (Continued) Calling up the Memo pads When you call up a Memo pad, the previously displayed You can call up a Memo pad by pushing MPAD content is automatically stored in a temporary pad. The one or more times while in either the VFO or Memory temporary pad can be recalled by pushing MPAD...
  • Page 103 Previous view Section SCAN OPERATION Scan types ................12-2 Preparation ................12-3 Scan Set mode ...............12-4 Voice Squelch Control function ...........12-6 Scan edge programming ............12-7 Programmed scan (VFO mode) ..........12-8 Fine programmed scan (VFO mode) ........12-9 Memory scan (Memory mode) ..........12-10 Memory scan .................12-10 Mode Select scan ..............12-11...

  • Page 104: Section 12 Scan Operation

    The Dial functions during a scan can be set in purposes. The IC-7100 has several scan types; Pro- the Scan Set mode. (p. ??-??) grammed scan, Memory scan, Select Memory scan, Mode Select scan and ∂F (Delta Frequency) scan.

  • Page 105: Preparation

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Preparation For a Programmed scan: • Squelch status ❍ The scan starts with the squelch open Program scan edge frequencies into Program Scan Edge channels “1A–3A” and “1B–3B.” (p. ??-??) For a programmed scan: When the tuning step is 1 kHz or less: For a Memory scan: The scan continues until it is manually stopped—...

  • Page 106: Scan Set Mode

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Scan Set mode The L, R, C or D in the The Scan speed, Scan Resume function, Pause Timer, L eft D isplay R ight Resume Timer and the Dial function can be set in the instructions indicate the part of the controller.
  • Page 107 Previous view SCAN OPERATION Scan Set mode (Continued) SCAN Speed Resume Timer (Default: Fast) (Default: ON) Select the desired scan speed between slow and fast. Select the scan Resume Timer. When a received signal disappears, the scan resumes • Slow: The scan is slower. according to this setting.

  • Page 108: Voice Squelch Control Function

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Voice Squelch Control function The L, R, C or D in the (Mode: SSB/AM/FM) L eft D isplay R ight This function is useful when you do not want unmodu- instructions indicate the part of the controller. lated signals pausing or cancelling a scan.

  • Page 109: Scan Edge Programming

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Scan edge programming The L, R, C or D in the Memory channels 1A–3A and 1B–3B are the Program L eft D isplay R ight Scan Edge channels. They are used to program the up- instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 110: Programmed Scan (Vfo Mode)

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Programmed scan (VFO mode) The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight A programmed scan searches for signals between Pro- instructions indicate the gram Scan Edge channels “1A–3A” and “1B–3B.” part of the controller.

  • Page 111: Fine Programmed Scan (Vfo Mode)

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Fine programmed scan (VFO mode) The L, R, C or D in the When a signal is received during a Fine programmed L eft D isplay R ight scan, the scanning tuning step is temporarily set to instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 112: Memory Scan (Memory Mode)

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Memory scan (Memory mode) The L, R, C or D in the Memory scan L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the A Memory scan searches for signals through Memory part of the controller. channels 1 to 99. Blank (unprogrammed) Memory channels are skipped.

  • Page 113: Mode Select Scan

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Memory scan (Memory mode) (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the Mode Select scan L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the Repeatedly scans all Memory channels with the same part of the controller. operating mode as the displayed mode.

  • Page 114: Select Memory Scan

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Memory scan (Memory mode) (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the Select Memory scan L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the The Select Memory scan searches for signals through part of the controller. Memory channels specifi...

  • Page 115: D Setting/Cancelling Select Memory Channels

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION Memory scan (Memory mode) (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the Setting/Cancelling Select Memory channels L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the All Memory channels can be set as Select Memory chan- part of the controller.

  • Page 116: F Scan And Fine ∂F Scan (Vfo Mode/Memory Mode)

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION ∂F scan and Fine ∂F scan (VFO mode/Memory mode) ∂F scan The L, R, C or D in the About the L eft D isplay R ight ∂F (Delta Frequency) scan searches for signals within instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 117: D About The Fine ∂F Scan

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION ∂F scan and Fine ∂F scan (VFO mode/Memory mode) (Continued) ∂F scan The L, R, C or D in the About the Fine L eft D isplay R ight When a signal is received during a Fine ∂F scan, the instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 118: Vfo Frequency And A Priority Channel

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION VFO frequency and a priority channel The L, R, C or D in the Checks the selected priority channel every 5 seconds, L eft D isplay R ight while receiving on a VFO frequency. instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 119: Dr Mode And A Priority Channel

    Previous view SCAN OPERATION DR mode and a priority channel The L, R, C or D in the Checks the selected priority channel every 5 seconds, L eft D isplay R ight while receiving a repeater in the DR mode. instructions indicate the part of the controller.
  • Page 120 Previous view SCAN OPERATION DR mode and a priority channel (Continued) NOTE: When the DR mode screen is displayed, you can normally use the DR mode; “FROM” (Access repeater)/“TO” (Destination) selection, the DR mode scanning and so on. To start the DR mode scan, touch [SCAN] in the “D-1”...
  • Page 121 Previous view Section USING AN SD CARD About the SD card ..............13-2 Saving data onto the SD card ..........13-3 Inserting the SD card ............13-4 Formatting the SD card ............13-4 Removing the SD card ............13-5 Removing the SD card while the transceiver’s power is ON .13-5 Saving the setting data onto an SD card ......13-6 Saving with a different fi...

  • Page 122: About The Sd Card

    SDHC card are simply called SD cards. the important data onto your PC. • Icom recommends that you format all SD cards to be • Icom will not be responsible for any damage caused used with the IC-7100, even preformatted SD cards by data corruption of an SD card.

  • Page 123: Saving Data Onto The Sd Card

    Previous view USING AN SD CARD Saving data onto the SD card The following data can be stored onto the card: • Data settings of the transceiver Memory channel contents, and repeater lists stored in the transceiver. • Communication contents The transmitted and received audio.

  • Page 124: Inserting The Sd Card

    Previous view USING AN SD CARD Inserting the SD card Turn OFF the transceiver. Insert the card into the slot until it locks in place, and makes a ‘click’ sound. Front • “ ” appears when the SD card is inserted. panel •...

  • Page 125: Removing The Sd Card

    Previous view USING AN SD CARD Removing the SD card Turn OFF the power. Front Push in the SD card until a click sounds, and then panel carefully pull it out. Push Pull out The L, R, C or D in the Removing the SD card while the trans- L eft D isplay...

  • Page 126: Saving The Setting Data Onto An Sd Card

    Previous view USING AN SD CARD Saving the setting data onto an SD card The L, R, C or D in the Memory channels, Set mode item settings, and repeat- L eft D isplay R ight er lists can be saved on the SD card. instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 127: Saving With A Different Fi Le Name

    Previous view USING AN SD CARD Saving with a different fi le name Push (C) to enter the Set mode. In the Touch the “Save Setting” item of the “SD Card” Set “Save Setting” mode. screen, touch (SD Card > Save Setting) “<<New File>>”...

  • Page 128: Loading The Saved Data Fi Les That Are On The Sd Card

    This function is convenient when copying the saved data, such as memory channels, or repeater lists, to another IC-7100 and then operating with the same The L, R, C or D in the data. L eft...
  • Page 129 Previous view USING AN SD CARD Loading the saved settings fi le that are on the SD card (Continued) D) to start the fi le check. The L, R, C or D in the Touch [YES]( L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the •...
  • Page 130 About the SD card’s folder contents Setting The folder in the SD card contains the following: Voice yyyymmdd IC-7100 folder The folders created in the IC-7100 are contained in yyyymmdd this IC-7100 folder. Decode folder !0 VoiceTx The RTTY decode folder is created. RTTY...

  • Page 131: D Making A Backup Fi Le On Your Pc

    Previous view USING AN SD CARD Backing up the data stored on the SD card onto a PC (Continued) Making a backup fi le on your PC Windows 7 is used for these instructions. Insert the SD card into the SD card drive on your •...

  • Page 132: Updating The Repeater List

    Inserting the SD card into a PC e Insert the SD card into the SD card drive on your SD card • Icom recommends that you format all SD cards to to the Card be used with the IC-7100, even preformatted SD reader cards for PCs or other uses.
  • Page 133 Previous view USING AN SD CARD Updating the repeater list (Continued) Inserting the SD card y Remove the SD card from your PC, and insert the Transceiver card into the transceiver’s slot. See page ??-?? for details of inserting the SD card into the transceiver.
  • Page 134 Previous view USING AN SD CARD Updating the repeater list (Continued) !1 Touch [YES], [NO] or [Cancel](D). The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the • When [YES](D) is touched, the skip settings of the re- part of the controller.

  • Page 135: Cloning Transceiver-To-Transceiver Using An Sd Card

    Previous view USING AN SD CARD Cloning Transceiver-to-Transceiver using an SD card This topic describes the cloning method using the SD Master transceiver Sub transceiver card. Memory channel contents, Set mode item settings and repeater list can be saved onto a SD card. Recorded voice memories are not included in the clon- ing data.
  • Page 136 Previous view Section VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Recording a QSO audio ............14-2 To start recording ..............14-2 To stop recording ..............14-2 Changing the recording mode ..........14-3 Playing back the recorded audio .........14-4 Operation while playing back ..........14-5 Fast forward while playing .............14-5 Rewind while playing .............14-5 Pause while playing...

  • Page 137: Section 14 Voice Memory Function

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Recording a QSO audio The L, R, C or D in the The Voice Memory function records a QSO (communi- L eft D isplay R ight cation) audio onto the SD card. instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 138: Changing The Recording Mode

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Changing the recording mode You can change the recording mode in the Set mode to record only the received audio. The default setting is “TX&RX” (Both transmit and receive signals are recorded). Push (C) to enter the Set mode. Touch the “REC Mode”...

  • Page 139: Playing Back The Recorded Audio

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Playing back the recorded audio Push (C) to enter the Set mode. Touch the “Play Files” item of the “Voice Memo” Set mode. ( Voice Memo > QSO Recorder > Play Files) • If the specifi ed item is not displayed, touch [∫] or [√](D) one or more times to select the page.

  • Page 140: Operation While Playing Back

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Operation while playing back You can fast forward or rewind while playing back. Fast forward while playing VOICE PLAYER screen ’s descriptions Touch to fast forward to the skip time point. The VOICE PLAYER screen is shown below. (Default: 10 seconds) File name File numbers...

  • Page 141: Changing The Skip Time

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Changing the skip time The L, R, C or D in the You can change the fast forward and rewind skip time L eft D isplay R ight while playing. instructions indicate the part of the controller. Push (C) to enter the Set mode.

  • Page 142: Deleting The Recorded Contents (Audio)

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Deleting the recorded contents (audio) The L, R, C or D in the instructions indicate the part of Push (C) to enter the Set mode. the controller. Touch the “Play files” item of the “Voice Memo” Set mode.

  • Page 143: Deleting The Folder

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Deleting the folder The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight NOTE: All the fi les in the folder are also deleted. instructions indicate the part of the controller. Push (C) to enter the Set mode.

  • Page 144: Continue To Record Even If No Signals Are Received

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Continue to record even if no signals are received The L, R, C or D in the In the default settings, the transceiver records audio L eft D isplay R ight only while receiving signals (the squelch is open). instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 145: Record The Transmit And Receive Audio Into The Same Fi Le

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Record the transmit and receive audio into the same fi le The transceiver can record the transmit and receive au- dio into the same fi le. Push (C) to enter the Set mode. Touch the “File Split” item of the “Voice Memo” Set mode.

  • Page 146: Start To Record When The [Ptt] Switch Is Pushed

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Start to record when the [PTT] switch is pushed The L, R, C or D in the The transceiver starts to record the transmitted audio L eft D isplay R ight when the [PTT] switch is pushed. instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 147: Viewing The Folder Information

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Viewing the folder information The L, R, C or D in the The transceiver can display the folder’s name, number L eft D isplay R ight of the fi les in the folder, total capacity of the fi les and instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 148: Viewing The Fi Le Information

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Viewing the fi le information The L, R, C or D in the The transceiver can display the recorded fi le’s frequen- L eft D isplay R ight cy, mode, date, and so on. instructions indicate the part of the controller.
  • Page 149 Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Viewing the fi le information (Continued) Example of fi le information screens (The display items differ, depending on the recording contents.) • Transmit Information screen ( Transmitting in the DR mode) (Your own position) • Receive Information screen ( Receiving in the DR mode) (Your own position)

  • Page 150: Viewing The Sd Card's Free Space And Recordable Time

    Previous view VOICE MEMORY FUNCTION Viewing the SD card’s free space and recordable time The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight Push (C) to enter the Set mode. instructions indicate the Touch the “SD Card” item. part of the controller.

  • Page 151: Playing Back The Voice Memory Data On A Pc

    When the SD card is inserted in the SD card drive of the PC or the SD card reader, the screen appears, as shown to the right. • The [IC-7100] folder appears. Double-click the [IC-7100] folder. Double-click Double-click the [Voice] folder.
  • Page 152 Previous view Section VOICE TX FUNCTION Recording the voice audio ............15-2 Playing back the recorded voice audio .......15-3 Programming a memory name ..........15-4 Transmitting the recorded voice audio ........15-6 Adjusting the TX volume level ..........15-7 Voice TX Set mode ..............15-8 15-1...

  • Page 153: Recording The Voice Audio

    Previous view VOICE TX FUNCTION Recording the voice audio The L, R, C or D in the The Voice TX function transmits the recorded audio on L eft D isplay R ight an SD card once, or repeatedly, for up to 10 minutes at instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 154: Playing Back The Recorded Voice Audio

    Previous view VOICE TX FUNCTION Playing back the recorded voice audio The L, R, C or D in the The recorded voice audio for the Voice TX function can L eft D isplay R ight be played back. instructions indicate the part of the controller.

  • Page 155: Programming A Memory Name

    Previous view VOICE TX FUNCTION Programming a memory name The L, R, C or D in the Each Voice TX memory, [T1] through [T4], can be pro- L eft D isplay R ight grammed with an alphanumeric name of up to 16 char- instructions indicate the part of the controller.
  • Page 156 Previous view VOICE TX FUNCTION Programming a memory name (Continued) I](D) to move the cursor backwards, or Touch [ touch [J](D) to move the cursor forwards. u and i to program up to 16 char- Repeat steps acters memory name, and then touch [ENT](D) to After programming, save the name, and return to the “VOICE TX RE- touch [ENT]...

  • Page 157: Transmitting The Recorded Voice Audio

    Previous view VOICE TX FUNCTION Transmitting the recorded voice audio The L, R, C or D in the L eft D isplay R ight Push (C) one or more times to select the “M- MENU instructions indicate the 2” (Menu 2) screen. part of the controller.

  • Page 158: D Adjusting The Tx Volume Level

    Previous view VOICE TX FUNCTION Transmitting the recorded voice audio (Continued) Adjusting the TX volume level Push (C) one or more times to select the “M- MENU Touch 2” (Menu 2) screen. [VOICE] • In the DR mode, select the “D1” screen. D) to select the Voice TX mode.

  • Page 159: Voice Tx Set Mode

    Previous view VOICE TX FUNCTION Voice TX Set mode Push (C) one or more times to select the “M- MENU 2” (Menu 2) screen. • In the DR mode, select the “D1” screen. D) to select the Voice TX mode. Touch [VOICE]( •...
  • Page 160 Previous view Section ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION Front panel ..................00 Front panel ..................00 Front panel ..................00 Front panel ..................00 16-1...
  • Page 161 NOTE: Before connecting, be sure to turn OFF the transceiver’s power. Connecting an AH-4 The optional AH-4 matches the IC-7100 to a long • See page ??-?? for operation. wire antenna more than 7 m/23 ft long (3.5 MHz and •...
  • Page 162 Previous view ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION Connecting the antenna tuner (Continued) Connector information for the ACC(2) socket PIN NO./ PIN LAYOUT DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS NAME Same as ACC pin q. Regulated 8 V output when the Band Voltage modifi cation is performed. (p. ??-??) Connects to ground.
  • Page 163 Previous view ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION Operating the AH-4 Before operating R DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER touch the antenna element while tuning or transmitting. Always place it in a secure place. NEVER operate the AH-4 without an antenna connect- ed. The tuner and transceiver will be damaged. NEVER operate the AH-4 when it is ungrounded.
  • Page 164 Previous view ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION Operating the AT-180 Before operating CAUTION: • NEVER transmit with the tuner ON if no antenna is connected. This will damage both the transceiver and antenna tuner. • NEVER transmit with the tuner ON if no antenna is connected.
  • Page 165 Previous view ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION Operating the AT-180 (Continued) The L, R, C or D in the Operating L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the The AT-180 automatically AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER part of the controller. matches to your antenna. Once the tuner matches the antenna, the variable capacitor settings are memorized L: Left side as a preset point for each frequency range (100 kHz...
  • Page 166 Previous view ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION Setting the AT-180 internal switches The optional AT-180 has 3 operating confi gurations for HF band operation. Select a suitable confi gurations for your antenna system. q Remove the top cover of the AT-180. w Set the tuner switches to the desired positions ac- cording to the table below.
  • Page 167 Previous view Section SET MODE Set mode description ............17-2 The Set mode settings ............17-2 Set mode items and Default settings ........17-3 Voice Memo Set mode ............17-11 DV Set mode ................17-13 SPEECH Set mode ..............17-15 QSO/RX Log Set mode ............17-16 Function Set mode ..............17-18 Tone Control Set mode ............17-23 Connectors Set mode ............17-24 Display Set mode ..............17-27...

  • Page 168: Set Mode Description

    Previous view SET MODE Set mode description The L, R, C or D in the The Set mode is used to program infrequently changed L eft D isplay R ight instructions indicate the values or function settings. part of the controller. NOTE: The Set mode is constructed in a tree struc- L: Left side ture.

  • Page 169: Set Mode Items And Default Settings

    Previous view SET MODE Set mode items and Default settings ➥ ➥ Call sign (Section 9) SD Card (Section 13) ➥ ➥ RX Record (Section 9) GPS (Section 10) ➥ MY Station (Section 7) NOTE: The default settings shown below in bold are for the USA version. The default settings may differ, depending on your transceiver version.
  • Page 170 Previous view SET MODE Set mode items and Default settings (Continued) NOTE: The default settings shown below in bold are for the USA version. The default settings may differ, depending on your transceiver version. SPEECH In this item, set the Speech options. RX Call Sign SPEECH OFF, ON (Kerchunk) or ON (All) Selects the RX call sign speech function option...
  • Page 171 Auto, SQL or RF+SQL Select the function of the [RF/SQL] control. TX Delay OFF, 10ms, 15ms, 20ms, 25ms or Sets the transmission’s timing of the IC-7100 to 30ms prevent any external equipment that is connected from damage by the refl ected wave.
  • Page 172 Previous view SET MODE Set mode items and Default settings (Continued) NOTE: The default settings shown below in bold are for the USA version. The default settings may differ, depending on your transceiver version. Tuner Auto Start OFF or ON Turns the automatic antenna tuner function ON or OFF.
  • Page 173 Previous view SET MODE Set mode items and Default settings (Continued) NOTE: The default settings shown below in bold are for the USA version. The default settings may differ, depending on your transceiver version. Tone Control In this item, set the RX/TX tone control options. RX HPF/LPF ---- –...
  • Page 174 Previous view SET MODE Set mode items and Default settings (Continued) NOTE: The default settings shown below in bold are for the USA version. The default settings may differ, depending on your transceiver version. Connectors In this item, set the external connector’s options. USB Audio SQL OFF (OPEN) or ON Selects whether or not to output the audio from...
  • Page 175 Previous view SET MODE Set mode items and Default settings (Continued) NOTE: The default settings shown below in bold are for the USA version. The default settings may differ, depending on your transceiver version. Display In this item, set the transceiver’s display options. LCD Contrast 0%~25%~100% Sets the contrast level of the LCD.
  • Page 176 Reads or writes the CS-7100 data to or from the PC, and/or receives data from a Master trans- ceiver. Clone Master Mode Writes your IC-7100 (Master) data to another IC- 7100 (Sub). Touch Screen Calibration Adjusts the touch screen. Reset...

  • Page 177: Voice Memo Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE Voice Memo Set mode <<REC Start>> NOTE: • The folder name is automatically created, as shown Voice Memo > QSO Recorder > <<REC Start>> in the example below: Insert an SD card into the transceiver before select- (Example) Recording date: 2013/3/1 ing this item.
  • Page 178 Previous view SET MODE Voice Memo Set mode (Continued) File Split Skip Time (Default: ON) (Default: 10sec) Voice Memo > QSO Recorder > Recorder Set > File Voice Memo > QSO Recorder > Player Set > Skip Time Split (File Split) (Skip Time) Turn the File Split function ON or OFF.

  • Page 179: Dv Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE DV Set mode Standby Beep Digital Monitor (Default: ON) (Default: Auto) DV Set > Standby Beep (Standby Beep) DV Set > Digital Monitor (Digital Monitor) Turn the standby beep function ON or OFF. Select the receive mode when [XFC] is held down in the This function sounds a beep after a received signal dis- DV mode.
  • Page 180 Previous view SET MODE DV Set mode (Continued) DV Auto Detect (Default: OFF) (Default: OFF) DV Set > DV Auto Detect (DV Auto Detect) DV Set > EMR (EMR) Turn the DV mode automatic detect function ON or The EMR (Enhanced Monitor Request) communica- OFF.

  • Page 181: Speech Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE SPEECH Set mode RX Call Sign SPEECH MODE SPEECH (Default: ON (Kerchunk)) (Default: OFF) SPEECH > RX Call Sign SPEECH (RX Call Sign SPEECH > MODE SPEECH (MODE SPEECH) SPEECH) Turn the Operating Mode Speech function ON or OFF. Turn the RX call sign speech function ON or OFF for When this function is ON, the selected operating mode calls received in the DV mode.

  • Page 182: Qso/Rx Log Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE QSO/RX Log Set mode QSO Log RX History Log (Default: OFF) (Default: OFF) QSO/RX Log > QSO Log (QSO Log) QSO/RX Log > RX History Log (RX History Log) Select whether or not to make a communication log on Select whether or not to make a DV mode’s receive his- the SD card.
  • Page 183 None: Code Course Caller’s course (unit: degree) GPS Time Stamp 12:00:00 Time data that the caller station acquires the position data GPS Message Osaka City/IC-7100 Caller is “DV-G”: Records the GPS message Caller is “DV-A: Records the GPS-A comment 17-17...

  • Page 184: Function Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE Function Set mode Monitor Band Edge Beep (Default: OFF) (Default: ON (Default)) Function > Monitor (Monitor) Function > Band Edge Beep (Band Edge Beep) Turn the monitor function ON or OFF. When you tune into or out of an amateur band’s fre- This function allows you to monitor your transmit signal quency range, you can hear a beep tone.
  • Page 185 Previous view SET MODE Function Set mode (Continued) TX Delay SPLIT Offset (Default: All bands; OFF) (Default: 0.000 MHz) Function > TX Delay (TX Delay) Function > SPLIT/DUP > SPLIT Offset (SPLIT Offset) Sets the transmission’s timing for each operating Set the offset* for the quick split function.
  • Page 186 Previous view SET MODE Function Set mode (Continued) Auto Repeater [TUNER] Switch (Default: Auto) Function > SPLIT/DUP > Auto Repeater (Auto Repeat- Function > Tuner > [TUNER] Switch ([TUNER] Switch) Select whether or not to store the AT-180’s status on This item appears only in the Korean and U.S.A.
  • Page 187 Previous view SET MODE Function Set mode (Continued) MAIN DIAL Auto TS SSB/CW Sync Tuning (Default: HIGH) (Default: OFF) Function > MAIN DIAL Auto TS (MAIN DIAL Auto TS) Function > SSB/CW Sync Tuning (SSB/CW Sync Tun- ing) Set the Auto Tuning Step function for the Dial. When rapidly rotating the Dial, the tuning step auto- Turn the displayed frequency shift function ON or OFF.
  • Page 188 Previous view SET MODE Function Set mode (Continued) MIC AF Out Power OFF (With No Controller) (Default: OFF) (Default: ON) Function > MIC AF Out (MIC AF Out) Function > Power OFF (With No Controller) (Power OFF (With No Controller)) Select the [MIC] connector output function.

  • Page 189: Tone Control Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE Tone Control Set mode RX HPF/LPF TBW (WIDE) (Default: [----] - ----) (Default: 100 - 2900) Tone Control > RX > (Mode) > RX HPF/LPF (RX HPF/ Tone Control > TX > SSB > TBW (WIDE) (TBW LPF) (WIDE)) (Mode: SSB/CW/RTTY/AM/FM/DV)

  • Page 190: Connectors Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE Connectors Set mode USB Audio SQL DATA MOD Level (Default: OFF (OPEN)) (Default: 50%) Connectors > USB Audio SQL (USB Audio SQL) Connectors > DATA MOD Level (DATA MOD Level) Select whether or not to output the audio from the Set the input modulation level at the [DATA] jack to be- [USB] connector on the rear panel, according to the tween 0% and 100%.
  • Page 191 To distinguish equipment, each CI-V transceiver has its If you select “DV Data” for one of them when “DV own Icom standard address in hexadecimal code. Data” is set to the other one, the previously set item The IC-7100’s default address is 88h.
  • Page 192 Previous view SET MODE Connectors Set mode (Continued) DV Data/GPS Out Baud (Default: 4800) Connectors > USB2/DATA1 Function > DV Data/GPS Out Baud (DV Data/GPS Out Baud) Set the DV or GPS data transfer speed to 4800 or 9600 bps. RTTY Decode Baud (Default: 9600) Connectors >...

  • Page 193: Display Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE Display Set mode Display Contrast RX Call Sign Display (Default: 25%) (Default: Auto) Display > LCD Contrast (LCD Contrast) Display > RX Call Sign Display (RX Call Sign Display) Set the display contrast level to between 0% and Select whether or not to display the call sign of the call- 100%.
  • Page 194 Menu mode, Display Language must be LCD at power ON. set to “Japanese.” • OFF: Opening message display is skipped. • ON: Icom logo, MY call sign and the product model (“IC-7100”)* are displayed at power ON. *Depending on the version. 17-28...
  • Page 195 English in “Display Language” or “System Language” (this item), or by doing a partial reset of the IC-7100 CPU. A partial reset will not clear your call sign databases.

  • Page 196: Time Set Set Mode

    Previous view SET MODE Time Set Set mode DATE Auto Power OFF (Default: OFF) Time Set > Date/Time > DATE (DATE) Time Set > Auto Power OFF (Auto Power OFF) Manually set the date to between 2000/01/01 and This function automatically turns OFF the power after 2099/12/31.

  • Page 197: Others Set Mode

    Clone Master Mode programmed data you purchased onto an SD card. See page ??-?? for details. Others > Clone > Clone Master Mode Select to write your IC-7100 (Master) data to another IC-7100 (Sub). See page ??-?? for details. Touch Screen Calibration Others >...

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