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THE TRANSCEIVER
i7800
Instruction Manual
A-6328H-1EX-u
Printed in Japan
© 2004–2006 Icom Inc.

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  • Page 1 THE TRANSCEIVER i7800 Instruction Manual A-6328H-1EX-u Printed in Japan © 2004–2006 Icom Inc.
  • Page 2 We would like to take a few moments of your time to thank you for making the IC-7800 your radio of choice, and hope you agree with Icom’s philoso- phy of “technology first.” Many hours of research and development went into the design of your IC-7800.
  • Page 3 This may result in an electric shock or damage to the transceiver. DO NOT use chemical agents such as benzine or al- cohol when cleaning the IC-7800, as they can damage the transceiver’s surfaces.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES q AC power cable* o DC power plug ………………………………… 1 …………………………………… 1 ″ plugs …………………………… 3 w Antenna jumper cables …………………………… 2 !0 2-conductor ⁄ ″ plugs …………………………… 2 e Rack mounting handles ……………………… 1 pair !1 3-conductor ⁄...
  • Page 5 ……………………………………………………… 2-6 I Linear amplifier connections …………………………………………… 2-7 D Connecting the IC-PW1/EURO …………………………………… 2-7 D Connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier …………………………… 2-7 I Transverter jack information …………………………………………… 2-8 I FSK and AFSK (SSTV) connections ………………………………… 2-8 I Microphone connector information …………………………………… 2-9 I Microphones (options) …………………………………………………...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS D Memory keyer screen …………………………………………………4-8 D Editing a memory keyer ………………………………………………4-9 D Contest number set mode …………………………………………4-10 D Keyer set mode ………………………………………………………4-11 I Operating RTTY (FSK) ……………………………………………… 4-13 D Convenient functions for receive …………………………………4-14 D About RTTY reverse mode …………………………………………4-14 D Twin peak filter ………………………………………………………4-14 D Functions for the RTTY decoder indication ………………………4-15 D Setting the decoder threshold level ………………………………4-15...
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS D DSP filter shape …………………………………………………… 5-14 D Filter shape set mode ……………………………………………… 5-14 I Dualwatch operation ………………………………………………… 5-16 I Noise blanker ………………………………………………………… 5-17 D NB set mode ………………………………………………………… 5-17 I Noise reduction ………………………………………………………… 5-18 I Dial lock function ……………………………………………………… 5-18 I Notch function …………………………………………………………...
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS I Memory channel programming ……………………………………… 8-4 D Programming in VFO mode ………………………………………… 8-4 D Programming in memory mode …………………………………… 8-4 I Frequency transferring ………………………………………………… 8-5 D Transferring in VFO mode ………………………………………… 8-5 D Transferring in memory mode ……………………………………… 8-5 I Memory names …………………………………………………………...
  • Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS D Load option set mode …………………………………………… 12-24 I File saving …………………………………………………………… 12-25 I File loading …………………………………………………………… 12-26 I Changing the file name ……………………………………………… 12-27 I Deleting a file ………………………………………………………… 12-28 I Formatting the CF card ……………………………………………… 12-28 Section 13 MAINTENANCE I Troubleshooting...
  • Page 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 16 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE I General ………………………………………………………………… 16-2 I Caution ………………………………………………………………… 16-2 I Preparation …………………………………………………………… 16-3 D Firmware and firm utility …………………………………………… 16-3 D File downloading …………………………………………………… 16-3 I Firmware update— CF memory card ……………………………… 16-4 I Firmware update—...
  • Page 11 PANEL DESCRIPTION Section I Front panel ……………………………………………………………… 1-2 I Rear panel ……………………………………………………………… 1-12 I LCD display …………………………………………………………… 1-14 I Screen menu arrangement …………………………………………… 1-15...

  • Page 12: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front panel !1 !2 !3 q POWER SWITCH [POWER] (p. 3-2) r TIMER SWITCH [TIMER] (p. 11-4) ➥ Turns the sleep or daily timer function ON and Turn the internal power supply ON in advance. The OFF. internal power supply switch is located on the rear •...
  • Page 13 Recommended level for • The indicator beside the slot lights or blinks when the an Icom microphone transceiver reads or writes to the memory card. • Push the eject button to remove the memory card. Decreases Increases !5 MONITOR GAIN CONTROL [MONI GAIN] (p.
  • Page 14 PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front panel (continued) !9 AGC CONTROL [AGC] (for MAIN band; p. 5-11) @5 RF GAIN CONTROL [RF] (outer control; for MAIN @0 AGC CONTROL [AGC] (for SUB band; p. 5-11) band; p. 3-9) @6 RF GAIN CONTROL [RF] (outer control; for SUB Adjusts the continuously-variable AGC circuit time constant.
  • Page 15 PANEL DESCRIPTION ➥ Turns the speech compressor ON and @9 MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCHES OFF in SSB mode. (p. 6-5) Push to select the functions indicated in the LCD ➥ Switches the narrow, middle or wide display to the right of these switches. •...
  • Page 16 PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front panel (continued) #5 NOISE REDUCTION SWITCH [NR] (for MAIN $1 NOISE BLANKER SWITCH [NB] (for MAIN band; band; p. 5-18) p. 5-17) #6 NOISE REDUCTION SWITCH [NR] (for SUB band; $2 NOISE BLANKER SWITCH [NB] (for SUB band; p.
  • Page 17 PANEL DESCRIPTION $9 MEMORY UP/DOWN SWITCHES [Y Y ]/[Z Z ] (p. 8-2) %4 VOICE MEMORY PLAY BACK SWITCH [PLAY] Push to select the desired memory channel. (p. 7-4) ➥ Plays back the previously recorded audio for the • Memory channels can be selected both in VFO and memory modes.
  • Page 18 SWITCH [APF/TPF] (for SUB band) stacked frequencies in the band. (p. 3-4) ➥ Push to turn the audio peak filter ON and OFF • Icom’s triple band stacking register memorizes 3 fre- during CW mode operation. (p. 4-6) quencies in each band.
  • Page 19 PANEL DESCRIPTION ^6 NOTCH SWITCH [NOTCH] (for SUB band; p. 5-19) &2 AUTOMATIC TUNING SWITCH [AUTO TUNE] ^7 NOTCH SWITCH [NOTCH] (for MAIN band; p. 5-19) (for MAIN band) ➥ Switches the notch function between auto, man- &3 AUTOMATIC TUNING SWITCH [AUTO TUNE] ual and OFF in SSB and AM modes.
  • Page 20 PANEL DESCRIPTION I Front panel (continued) (5 (6 (7 RIT/∂ ∂ TX CONTROL [RIT/∂ ∂ TX] (pgs. 5-10, 6-4) PBT1 Shifts the receive and/or transmit frequency without PBT2 changing the transmit and/or receive frequency. • Rotate the control clockwise to increase the frequency, or rotate the control counterclockwise to decrease the frequency.
  • Page 21 PANEL DESCRIPTION *5 DIGITAL RF SELECTOR CONTROL [DIGI-SEL] (2 RIT SWITCH [RIT] (p. 5-10) ➥ Turns the RIT function ON and OFF when (for MAIN band; p. 5-19) *6 DIGITAL RF SELECTOR CONTROL [DIGI-SEL] pushed. • Use [RIT/∂TX] control to vary the RIT frequency. (for SUB band;...

  • Page 22: I Rear Panel

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Rear panel X-VERTER RX ANT RX ANT ANT 1 ANT 2 ANT 3 ANT 4 REF I/O DC OUT EXT - SP S/P DIF 10MHz EXT-DISPLAY KEY BOARD RS-232C REMOTE -10dBm MAX1A METER KEYPAD RELAY ACC 2 ACC 1 ACC 2 ACC 1...
  • Page 23 ➥ Used for transceive operation with another Icom @1 ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] (p. 2-7) CI-V transceiver or receiver. Connects to the ALC output jack of a non-Icom lin- #1 RS-232C TERMINAL [RS-232C] (p. 2-5) ear amplifier. Connects an RS-232C cable, D-sub 9-pin to con- @2 T/R CONTROL JACK [RELAY] (p.

  • Page 24: I Lcd Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I LCD display q BAND WIDTH INDICATOR (p. 5-12) !1 VFO/MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 3-3) Shows the passband width of the IF filter. Indicates the VFO mode or selected memory chan- nel number. w MODE INDICATOR !2 IF FILTER INDICATOR Shows the selected mode.

  • Page 25: I Screen Menu Arrangement

    PANEL DESCRIPTION I Screen menu arrangement The following screens can be selected from the start Pushing [EXIT/SET] several times returns to the start up screen. Choose the desired screen using the fol- up screen. See p. 12-3 for set mode arrangement. lowing chart.

  • Page 26: Installation And Connections

    I Linear amplifier connections …………………………………………… 2-7 D Connecting the IC-PW1 …………………………………………… 2-7 D Connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier …………………………… 2-7 I Transverter jack information …………………………………………… 2-8 I FSK and AFSK (SSTV) connections ………………………………… 2-8 I Microphone connector information …………………………………… 2-9 I Microphones (options) …………………………………………………...

  • Page 27: I Unpacking

    After unpacking, immediately report any damage to the delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping cartons. For a description and a diagram of accessory equip- ment included with the IC-7800, see ‘Supplied acces- sories’ on p. iii of this manual. I Antenna jumper cable connection Connect the supplied coaxial cable (terminated with BNC connectors) between [RX ANT A—...

  • Page 28: I Grounding

    In this case, an antenna tuner is useful to match the transceiver and antenna. Low SWR allows full power for transmitting. The IC-7800 has an SWR 30 mm ≈ in 10 mm ≈ in 1–2 mm ≈...

  • Page 29: I Required Connections

    INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS I Required connections D D Front panel CW key A straight or bug key can be used when the internal electronic keyer is turned OFF in keyer set mode. (p. 4-12) Microphones (p. 2-9) Optional Optional SM-20 HM-36 D D Rear panel Antenna 1, 2, 3, 4 (p.

  • Page 30: I Advanced Connections

    Used for computer control and transceive Connects a transverter (pgs.2-8, 2-10) operation. for V/UHF band use. The optional CT-17 is required when con- External speaker (p. 15-4) necting a PC to [REMOTE]. [RELAY], [ALC] (p.2-7) Used for connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier. SP-20 (option)

  • Page 31: D Rear Panel-1

    INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS D D Rear panel— 2 External Display Keyboard Connects an USB type Connects a PC-style PC keyboard directly for monitor display (at least [DC OUT] RTTY/PSK31 operation, 800×600 resolution). Outputs regulated 14 V as well as other text edit Video output signal can (approx.) DC for external operations.

  • Page 32: I Linear Amplifier Connections

    16 V/0.5 A DC with initial setting, and 250 V/200 mA with “MOS-FET” setting (see p. 12-9 for details). Use an external relay unit when your non-Icom lin- RF OUTPUT RF INPUT ear amplifier requires control voltage and/or current SEND greater than specified.

  • Page 33: I Transverter Jack Information

    INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS I Transverter jack information When 2 to 13.8 V is applied to pin 6 of [ACC 2], the [X- VERTER] connector is activated for transverter opera- tion and the antenna connectors do not receive or transmit any signals. (p. 4-6) While receiving, [X-VERTER] connector can be acti- vated as an input terminal from an external transverter.

  • Page 34: I Microphone Connector Information

    DO NOT short pin 2 to ground as this can damage the internal 8 V regulator. NOTE: DC voltage is applied to pin 1 for micro- phone operation. Take care when using a non-Icom microphone. I Microphones (options) q UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP]/[DN]...

  • Page 35: I Accessory Connector Information

    INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS I Accessory connector information ACC 1 PIN No. NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS “High” level : More than 2.4 V RTTY Controls RTTY keying “Low” level : Less than 0.6 V Output current : Less than 2 mA GND Connects to ground. Connected in parallel with ACC 2 pin 2.

  • Page 36: Basic Operations

    BASIC OPERATIONS Section I When first applying power (CPU resetting) ………………………… 3-2 I Initial settings …………………………………………………………… 3-2 I Main/Sub band selection ……………………………………………… 3-3 I Selecting VFO/memory mode ………………………………………… 3-3 I Selecting an operating band …………………………………………… 3-4 D Using the band stacking registers ………………………………… 3-4 I Frequency setting ………………………………………………………...

  • Page 37: I When First Applying Power (Cpu Resetting)

    BASIC OPERATIONS I When first applying power (CPU resetting) Before first applying power, make sure all connections required for your system are complete by referring to Section 2. Then, reset the transceiver using the follow- ing procedure. Resetting CLEARS all programmed contents in memory channels and returns programmed values in set mode to default values.

  • Page 38: I Main/Sub Band Selection

    BASIC OPERATIONS I Main/Sub band selection The IC-7800 has 2 identical receivers, main and sub. The main band is displayed on the left hand side, and the sub band is displayed on the right hand side of the LCD. Some functions can only be applied to the se- lected band and transmission occurs on the main band (except during split frequency operation).

  • Page 39: I Selecting An Operating Band

    BASIC OPERATIONS I Selecting an operating band The triple band stacking register provides 3 memories Band keys for each band key, storing frequency and mode infor- mation. If a band key is pushed once, the frequency and oper- ating mode last used are called up. When the key is pushed again, another stored frequency and operating mode are called up.

  • Page 40: I Frequency Setting

    BASIC OPERATIONS I Frequency setting The transceiver has several tuning methods for conve- nient frequency tuning. D D Tuning with the main dial q Push the desired band key on the keypad 1–3 Band keys times. • 3 different frequencies can be selected on each band with the band key.

  • Page 41: D Quick Tuning Step

    BASIC OPERATIONS D D Quick tuning step The operating frequency can be changed in kHz steps (0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 or 25 kHz selectable) for quick tuning. q Push [TS] to turn the quick tuning function ON. •...

  • Page 42: D Selecting 1 Hz Step

    BASIC OPERATIONS D D Selecting 1 Hz step The minimum tuning step of 1 Hz can be used for fine tuning. q Push [TS] to turn the quick tuning function OFF. w Push [TS] for 1 sec. to turn the 1 Hz tuning step ON and OFF.

  • Page 43: I Operating Mode Selection

    CW reverse (CW-R), RTTY, RTTY reverse (RTTY-R), PSK, PSK reverse (PSK-R), AM, AM data, FM and FM data modes are available in the IC-7800. Select the desired operation mode as follows. To select a mode of operation, push the desired mode switch momentarily.

  • Page 44: I Volume Setting

    BASIC OPERATIONS I Volume setting ➥ Rotate [AF] control clockwise to increase, counter- clockwise to decrease the audio output level. • Set a suitable audio level. [AF] for main [AF] for sub Audio output increases Audio output decreases I RF gain adjustment ➥...

  • Page 45: I Meter Indication Selection

    Indicates the drain terminal voltage of the final amplifier MOS-FETs. D D Multi-function digital meter The IC-7800 can display the multi-function digital meter in the LCD display. This meter displays all trans- mit parameters simultaneously. q Push [METER] for 1 sec. to turn the multi-function “P-HOLD”...

  • Page 46: D Meter Type Selection

    BASIC OPERATIONS D D Meter type selection A total of 3 meter types are available in the IC-7800— Standard, Edgewise and Bar meters. Follow the instructions below for the meter type selec- tion. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to return to normal screen, if necessary.

  • Page 47: I Basic Transmit Operation

    BASIC OPERATIONS I Basic transmit operation Before transmitting, monitor your selected oper- ating frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause interference to other stations on the same frequency. It’s good amateur practice to listen first, and then, even if nothing is heard, ask “is the frequency in use”...

  • Page 48: D Drive Gain Adjustment

    BASIC OPERATIONS D D Drive gain adjustment The drive gain is active for all modes except SSB with- out speech compressor. The [DRIVE] control adjusts the amplifying gain at the driver stage. Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating [METER] [DRIVE] frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause inter- ference to other stations on the same frequency.

  • Page 49: Receive And Transmit

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Section I Operating SSB ………………………………………………………… 4-2 D Convenient functions for receive ……………………………………4-2 D Convenient functions for transmit ……………………………………4-3 D About 5 MHz band operation (USA version only) …………………4-3 I Operating CW …………………………………………………………… 4-4 D Convenient functions for receive ……………………………………4-4 D Convenient functions for transmit ……………………………………4-5 D About CW reverse mode ……………………………………………4-5 D About CW pitch control ………………………………………………4-5...

  • Page 50: I Operating Ssb

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Operating SSB q Push a band key to select the desired band. [MIC] [TX] indicator [RX] indicator Band keys w Push [SSB] to select LSB or USB. • “USB” or “LSB” appears. • Below 10 MHz LSB is automatically selected; above 10 MHz USB is automatically selected.

  • Page 51: D Convenient Functions For Transmit

    *The FCC specifies center frequencies on the 5.40350 MHz 5.40500 MHz 5 MHz band. However, the IC-7800 displays carri- er frequency. Therefore, tune the transceiver to To assist you in operating the 5 MHz band within the 1.5 kHz below the specified FCC channel center rules specified by the FCC, transmission is illegal on frequency.

  • Page 52: I Operating Cw

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Operating CW q Push a band key to select the desired band. [TX] indicator w Push [CW] to select CW. [KEY SPEED] [RX] indicator Band keys • After CW mode is selected, push [CW] to toggle be- tween CW and CW-R modes.

  • Page 53: D Convenient Functions For Transmit

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Convenient functions for transmit • Break-in function (p. 6-3) ➥ Push [VOX/BK-IN] several times to select the break-in OFF, semi break-in and full break-in. • “BK IN” or “F-BK IN” appears when the semi break-in or full break-in function is ON, respectively.

  • Page 54: D Apf (Audio Peak Filter) Operation

    D D About 137 kHz band operation (Europe, UK, Italy, Spain, France versions only) 137 kHz band, within the 135.7 kHz to 137.8 kHz range, operation in CW mode is optionally available with the IC-7800. The RF signal from [X-VERTER] is used for the 137 kHz band operation, and an external amplifier unit is necessary.

  • Page 55: I Electronic Keyer Functions

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Electronic keyer functions The IC-7800 has a number of convenient functions for the built-in electronic keyer. q During CW mode, push [EXIT/SET] several times to normal screen, if necessary. w Push [F-3•KEYER] to select memory keyer screen.

  • Page 56: D Memory Keyer Screen

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Memory keyer screen Pre-set characters can be sent using the keyer send menu. Contents of the memory keyer are set using the edit menu. • Transmitting q During CW mode operation, push [F-3•KEYER] to select memory keyer screen. w Push [TRANSMIT] to set the transceiver to trans- mit, or set the break-in function ON (p.

  • Page 57: D Editing A Memory Keyer

    Contents tents can also be edited from the keyboard. M1 CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM TEST t Push [F-1•Ω] or [F-2•≈] to move the cursor back- M2 UR 5NN✱ BK wards or forwards, respectively.

  • Page 58: D Contest Number Set Mode

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Contest number set mode This menu is used to set the contest (serial) number and count up trigger, etc. • Setting contents q During CW mode operation, push [F-3•KEYER] to select memory keyer screen. w Push [EXIT•SET] to select memory keyer menu, then push [F-3•001] to select contest serial number set mode.

  • Page 59: D Keyer Set Mode

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Keyer set mode This set mode is used to set the memory keyer repeat time, dash weight, paddle specifications, keyer type, etc. • Setting contents q During CW mode operation, push [F-3•KEYER] to select memory keyer screen. w Push [EXIT•SET] to select memory keyer menu, then push [F-4•CW KEY] to select keyer set mode.
  • Page 60 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Keyer set mode (continued) This item sets the paddle polarity. • Normal and reverse polarity can be selected. This item selects the keyer type for [ELEC-KEY] con- • ELEC-KEY, BUG-KEY and Straight key can be se- nector on the front panel.

  • Page 61: I Operating Rtty (Fsk)

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Operating RTTY (FSK) A DSP-based high-quality Baudot RTTY encoder/de- coder is built-in to the IC-7800. When connecting a PC keyboard (p. 2-6), RTTY operation can be performed without an external RTTY terminal, TNC or PC. If you would rather use your RTTY terminal or TNC, consult the manual that comes with the RTTY terminal or TNC.

  • Page 62: D Convenient Functions For Receive

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Convenient functions for receive • Preamp (p. 5-9) • Noise reduction (p. 5-18) ➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp ➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. and OFF.

  • Page 63: D Functions For The Rtty Decoder Indication

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Functions for the RTTY decoder indication q Push a band key to select the desired band. [F-6•MAIN/SUB] [F-7•WIDE] w Push [RTTY/PSK] to select RTTY. • After RTTY mode is selected, push [RTTY/PSK] for 1 sec. to toggle between RTTY and RTTY-R modes. •...

  • Page 64: D Rtty Memory Transmission

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D RTTY memory transmission Pre-set characters can be sent using the RTTY mem- ory. Contents of the memory are set using the edit menu. q During RTTY mode operation, push [F-3•DECODE] to select RTTY decode screen. w Push [F-4•TX MEM] to select RTTY memory screen.

  • Page 65: D Editing Rtty Memory

    ↵73 GL SK↵ 73 GL SK ting, ! $ & ? “ ‘ – / . , : ; ( ) ↵ are CQ CQ CQ ↵CQ CQ CQ DE ICOM ICOM ICOM selectable.) K↵ ↵MY TRANSCEIVER IS IC–7800 &...

  • Page 66: D Rtty Decode Set Mode

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D RTTY decode set mode This set mode is used to set the decode USOS func- tion, time stamp setting, etc. • Setting contents q During RTTY mode operation, push [F-3•DECODE] [F-3•Ω ≈] [F-7•WIDE] to select RTTY decode screen. w Push [F-1•<MENU2>] to select RTTY decode menu 2, then push [F-6•SET] to select RTTY decode set mode.
  • Page 67 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D RTTY decode set mode (continued) Explicitly inserts the FIGS character even thought it is • ON : Inserts FIGS. not required by the receiving station. • OFF : Does not insert FIGS. Turn the time stamp (date, transmission or reception •...

  • Page 68: D Data Saving

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Data saving The contents of the RTTY memory and received sig- nal can be saved into the CF memory card. q During RTTY decode screen indication, push [F-5•OPTION] [F-6•SAVE] [F-7•WIDE] [F-1•<MENU1>] to select RTTY decode menu 2. w Push [F-5•SAVE] to select decode file save screen.

  • Page 69: I Operating Psk

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Operating PSK A high-quality DSP-based PSK31 encoder/decoder is built-in to the IC-7800. When connecting a PC key- board (p. 2-6), PSK31 operation can be performed without PSK software installed on your PC. If desired, you can also use your PSK software; con- sult the manual that comes with the software.

  • Page 70: D Convenient Functions For Receive

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Convenient functions for receive • Preamp (p. 5-9) • Noise reduction (p. 5-18) ➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp ➥ Push [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction ON OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. and OFF.

  • Page 71: D Functions For The Psk Decoder Indication

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Functions for the PSK decoder indication q Push a band key to select the desired band. [F-3•AFC/NET] [F-6•MAIN/SUB] [F-7•WIDE] w Push [RTTY/PSK] to select PSK. • After PSK mode is selected, push [RTTY/PSK] for 1 sec. to toggle between PSK and PSK-R modes.

  • Page 72: D Psk Memory Transmission

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D PSK memory transmission Pre-set characters can be sent using the PSK memo- ry. Contents of the memory are set using the edit menu. q During PSK mode operation, push [F-3•DECODE] to select PSK decode screen. w Push [F-4•TX MEM] to select PSK memory screen.

  • Page 73: D Editing Psk Memory

    BK↵ (“↵” is for the memory contents set- ↵73 GL SK↵ 73 GL SK ting only.) CQ CQ CQ ↵CQ CQ CQ DE Icom Icom Icom K↵ ✔ For your convenience ↵My transceiver is IC–7800 & RIG&ANT When a PC keyboard is connected to [KEYBOARD] Antenna is a 3–element triband...

  • Page 74: D Psk Decode Set Mode

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D PSK decode set mode This set mode is used to set the decode USOS func- tion, time stamp setting, etc. • Setting contents q During PSK mode operation, push [F-3•DECODE] [F-3•Ω ≈] [F-7•WIDE] to select PSK decode screen. w Push [F-1•<MENU2>] to select PSK decode menu 2, then push [F-6•SET] to select PSK decode set mode.
  • Page 75 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D PSK decode set mode (continued) Selects the operating frequency display for time • ON : Displays the operating frequency. stamp usage. • OFF : No operating frequency display. NOTE: The frequency won’t be displayed when “OFF”...

  • Page 76: D Data Saving

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Data saving The contents of the PSK memory and received signal can be saved into the CF memory card. q During PSK decode screen indication, push [F-5•OPTION] [F-6•SAVE] [F-7•WIDE] [F-1•<MENU1>] to select PSK decode menu 2. w Push [F-5•SAVE] to select decode file save screen.

  • Page 77: I Operating Am

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Operating AM q Push a band key to select the desired band. [TX] indicator w Push [AM/FM] to select AM. [MIC] [RX] indicator Band keys • “AM” indicator appears. • After AM mode is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle be- tween AM and FM modes.

  • Page 78: D Convenient Functions For Transmit

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D D Convenient functions for transmit • VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 6-2) • Audio tone control (p. 12-4) ➥ Push [VOX/BK-IN] to turn the VOX function ON ➥ Push [F-7•SET] then [F-1•LEVEL] to enter level and OFF. set mode.

  • Page 79: I Operating Fm

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Operating FM q Push a band key to select the desired band. [TX] indicator w Push [AM/FM] to select FM. [MIC] [RX] indicator Band keys [FILTER] • “FM” indicator appears. • After FM mode is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle be- tween FM and AM modes.

  • Page 80: I Repeater Operation

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Repeater operation A repeater amplifies received signals and retransmits them at a different frequency. When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive fre- quency by an offset frequency. A repeater can be ac- cessed using split frequency operation with the shift frequency set to the repeater’s offset frequency.

  • Page 81: I Tone Squelch Operation

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Tone squelch operation The tone squelch opens only when receiving a signal containing a matching subaudible tone. You can silently wait for calls from group members using the same tone. q Set the desired frequency band and select FM [TONE] [F-4•DEF] mode.

  • Page 82: I Data Mode (Afsk) Operation

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT I Data mode (AFSK) operation When operating AMTOR or PACKET with your TNC and/or PC software, consult the manual that comes with the TNC and/or the software. q Connect a PC and TNC to the transceiver. (p. 2-8) Band keys w Push a band key to select the desired band.

  • Page 83: Functions For Receive

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Section I Spectrum scope screen ……………………………………………… 5-2 D Center mode ………………………………………………………… 5-2 D Fix mode ……………………………………………………………… 5-3 D Mini scope screen indication ……………………………………… 5-4 D Scope set mode ……………………………………………………… 5-4 I Preamplifier ……………………………………………………………… 5-9 I Attenuator ……………………………………………………………… 5-9 I RIT function ……………………………………………………………...

  • Page 84: I Spectrum Scope Screen

    The IC-7800 has two modes for the spectrum indication— one is center mode, and an- ther one is fix mode. In addition, the IC-7800 has a mini scope screen to save screen space. D D Center mode Displays signals around the set frequency within the selected span.

  • Page 85: D Fix Mode

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D D Fix mode Displays signals within the specified frequency range. The selected frequency band conditions can be ob- served at a glance when using this mode. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- [F-2•ATT] [F-4•HOLD] [F-5•CENT/FIX] function screen, if necessary.

  • Page 86: D Mini Scope Screen Indication

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D D Mini scope screen indication The mini scope screen can be displayed with another screen display, such as set mode menu, decoder screen, memory list screen, etc. simultaneously. q Set the scope mode (center or fix), marker, attenu- ator, span, etc.
  • Page 87 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D D Scope set mode (continued) Turn the peak level holding function ON and OFF. Select the center frequency of the spectrum scope • Filter center : Shows the selected filter’s center indication (center mode only). frequency at the center. •...
  • Page 88 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D D Scope set mode (continued) Select the sweeping speed for the ±50 kHz span selection from SLOW, MID and FAST. Select the sweeping speed for the ±100 kHz span selection from SLOW, MID and FAST. Select the sweeping speed for the ±250 kHz span selection from SLOW, MID and FAST.
  • Page 89 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D D Scope set mode (continued) Set the scope edge frequencies for fix mode scope • Set the frequencies within 8.000 to 11.000 MHz when 8 to 11 MHz band is selected. range in 1 kHz steps. Up to 500 kHz band width can be specified, so either edge frequency will be set to the differ- ence between higher and lower frequencies...
  • Page 90 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D D Scope set mode (continued) Set the scope edge frequencies for fix mode scope • Set the frequencies within 26.000 to 30.000 MHz when 26 to 30 MHz band is selected. range in 1 kHz steps. Up to 500 kHz band width can be specified, so either edge frequency will be set to the differ- ence between higher and lower frequencies...

  • Page 91: I Preamplifier

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE I Preamplifier The preamp amplifies received signals in the receiver front end, to improve the S/N ratio and sensitivity. Set this to preamp 1 or preamp 2 when receiving weak sig- nals. ➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the preamp OFF, [P.AMP] preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.

  • Page 92: I Rit Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE I RIT function The RIT (Receive Increment Tuning) function com- pensates for off-frequencies of the communicating station. The function shifts the receive frequency up to ±9.99 kHz in 10 Hz steps without moving the transmit frequency. q Push [RIT] to turn the RIT function ON and OFF. [RIT/∂TX] [RIT] •...

  • Page 93: I Agc Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE I AGC function The AGC (auto gain control) controls receiver gain to [AGC] control for main [AGC] control for sub produce a constant audio output level even when the received signal strength varies greatly. The transceiver has 3 preset AGC characteristics (time constant: fast, mid, slow) for non-FM mode.

  • Page 94: I Twin Pbt Operation

    IF passband width by shifting the IF fre- quency to slightly outside of the IF filter passband to reject interference. The IC-7800 uses DSP for the PBT function. Moving both [TWIN PBT] controls to the same position shifts the IF.

  • Page 95: I If Filter Selection

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE I IF filter selection The transceiver has 3 passband width IF filters for [FILTER] for main [FILTER] for sub each mode. For SSB, CW and PSK modes, the passband width can be set within 50 to 3600 Hz in 50 or 100 Hz steps. A total of 41 passband widths are available.

  • Page 96: D Roofing Filter Selection

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D D Roofing filter selection The IC-7800 has 3, 6 and 15 kHz roofing filters at the 1st IF frequency. The roofing filter provides interfer- ence reduction from nearby strong signals. q Push [FILTER] for 1 sec. to enter filter set screen.
  • Page 97 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D D Filter shape set mode (continued) Select the filter shape for CW mode in HF bands. The set filter shape is automatically used only when the IF filter is set to 500 Hz or narrower. Select the filter shape for CW mode in HF bands. The set filter shape is automatically used only when the IF filter is set to 600 Hz or wider.

  • Page 98: I Dualwatch Operation

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE I Dualwatch operation Dualwatch monitors 2 frequencies simultaneously. The IC-7800 has 2 independent receiver circuits so that you can use dualwatch with no compromises, even on different bands and modes. q Set the desired frequency and mode into the main...

  • Page 99: I Noise Blanker

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE I Noise blanker The noise blanker eliminates pulse-type noise such as the noise from car ignitions. The noise blanker is not available for FM mode. q Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker function ON and [NB] for main [NB] for sub OFF.

  • Page 100: I Noise Reduction

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE I Noise reduction The noise reduction function reduces random noise components and enhances desired signals which are buried in noise. The DSP does the random noise re- duction function. q Push the [NR] to turn the noise reduction ON. [NR] for main [NR] for sub •...

  • Page 101: I Notch Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE I Notch function This transceiver has auto and manual notch functions. [NOTCH] control for main [NOTCH] control for sub The auto notch function uses DSP to automatically at- tenuates more than 3 beat tones, tuning signals, etc., even if they are moving.

  • Page 102: Functions For Transmit

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT Section I VOX function …………………………………………………………… 6-2 D Using the VOX function …………………………………………… 6-2 D Adjusting the VOX function ………………………………………… 6-2 D VOX set mode ……………………………………………………… 6-2 I Break-in function ………………………………………………………… 6-3 D Semi break-in operation …………………………………………… 6-3 D Full break-in operation ………………………………………………...

  • Page 103: I Vox Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT I VOX function The VOX (Voice-Operated Transmission) function switches between transmit and receive with your voice. This function provides “hands-free” operation. D D Using the VOX function q Select a phone mode (SSB, AM, FM). [VOX/BK-IN] w Push [VOX/BK-IN] to turn the VOX function ON or OFF.

  • Page 104: I Break-In Function

    I Break-in function The break-in function is used in CW mode to automat- ically toggle the transceiver between transmit and re- ceive when keying. The IC-7800 is capable for full break-in or semi break-in. D D Semi break-in operation During semi break-in operation, the transceiver selects transmit when keying, then automatically returns to re- ceive after a pre-set time after you stop keying.

  • Page 105: I ∂Tx Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT I ∂ ∂ TX function The ∂TX function shifts the transmit frequency up to ±9.999 kHz in 1 Hz steps (10 Hz steps when cancelling the 1 Hz step readout) without moving the receive fre- quency. • See (3 on p. 1-11 for function description. q Push [∂TX].

  • Page 106: I Transmit Filter Width Setting (Ssb Only)

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT I Transmit filter width setting (SSB only) The transmit filter width for SSB mode can be selected from wide, middle and narrow. ➥ During USB or LSB mode selection, push [COMP] [COMP] for 1 sec. several times to select the desired trans- mit filter width from wide, middle and narrow.

  • Page 107: I Split Frequency Operation

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT I Split frequency operation Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and receive in the same mode on two different frequencies. The split frequency operation is performed using 2 fre- quencies on the main and sub readouts. The following is an example of setting 21.290 MHz for receiving and 21.310 MHz for transmitting.

  • Page 108: I Quick Split Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT I Quick split function When you find a DX station, an important considera- tion is how to set the split frequency. When you push the [SPLIT] switch for 1 sec., split fre- quency operation is turned ON, the sub readout is equalized to the main readout frequency and enters standby for transmit frequency input.

  • Page 109: Voice Recorder Functions

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS Section I About digital voice recorder …………………………………………… 7-2 I Recording a received audio …………………………………………… 7-3 D Basic recording ……………………………………………………… 7-3 D One-touch recording ………………………………………………… 7-3 I Playing the recorded audio …………………………………………… 7-4 D Basic playing ………………………………………………………… 7-4 D One-touch playing ……………………………………………………...

  • Page 110: Voice Recorder Functions

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS I About digital voice recorder The IC-7800 has digital voice memories, up to 4 chan- nels for transmit, and up to 20 channels for receive. A maximum message length of 30 sec. can be recorded into a receive channel (total message length for all channels of up to 209 sec.) and a total message...

  • Page 111: I Recording A Received Audio

    I Recording a received audio Up to 20 channels of receive voice memories are available in the IC-7800. And the total audio length of up to 209 sec. can be recorded in receive channels. However, the maximum recordable length into a single channel is 30 sec.

  • Page 112: I Playing The Recorded Audio

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS I Playing the recorded audio D D Basic playing q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func- tion screen, if necessary. w Push [F-2•VOICE] to call up the voice recorder screen. • Previously selected screen, TX or RX memory, is dis- played.

  • Page 113: I Protect The Recorded Contents

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS I Protect the recorded contents The protect function is available to protect the recorded contents from accidental erasing, such as over-record, etc. q Call up the voice recorder screen, RX memory. w Push [F-1•Y] or [F-2•Z] to select the desired voice memory.

  • Page 114: I Recording A Message For Transmit

    To transmit a message using the voice recorder, record the desired message in advance as described below. The IC-7800 has digital voice memories for transmis- sion, up to 4 channels and the total message length of up to 99 sec. can be recorded.

  • Page 115: I Programming A Memory Name

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS I Programming a memory name Memory channels can be tagged with alphanumeric names of up to 20 characters each. Capital letters, small letters, numerals, some symbols (! # $ % & ¥ ? “ ‘ ` ^ + – ✱ / . , : ; = < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ ~ @) and spaces can be used.

  • Page 116: I Sending A Recorded Message

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS I Sending a recorded message q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func- tion screen, if necessary. w Select a phone mode by pushing [SSB] or [AM/FM]. e Push [F-2•VOICE] to call up the voice recorder screen.

  • Page 117: I Voice Set Mode

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS I Voice set mode Sets the automatic monitor function, short play and normal recording times for voice recorder. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func- tion screen, if necessary. w Push [F-2•VOICE] to call up the voice recorder screen.

  • Page 118: D Saving The Received Audio Memory

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS I Saving a voice memory into the CF memory card D D Saving the received audio memory The recorded RX memory contents can be saved into the CF (Compact Flash) memory card. q During voice recorder RX memory screen display, [F-6•SAVE] [F-7•WIDE] push [F-6•SAVE] to select voice file save screen.

  • Page 119: Memory Operation

    MEMORY OPERATION Section I Memory channels ……………………………………………………… 8-2 I Memory channel selection …………………………………………… 8-2 D Using the [Y]/[Z] keys ……………………………………………… 8-2 D Using the keypad …………………………………………………… 8-2 I Memory list screen ……………………………………………………… 8-3 D Selecting a memory channel using the memory list screen …… 8-3 D Confirming programmed memory channels ………………………...

  • Page 120: I Memory Channels

    MEMORY OPERATION I Memory channels The transceiver has 101 memory channels. Memory mode is very useful for quickly changing to often-used frequencies. All 101 memory channels are tunable which means the programmed frequency can be tuned temporarily with the main dial, etc. in memory mode. MEMORY MEMORY TRANSFER...

  • Page 121: I Memory List Screen

    MEMORY OPERATION I Memory list screen The memory list screen simultaneously shows 9 mem- ory channels and their programmed contents. 15 mem- ory channels can be displayed in the wide memory list screen. You can select a desired memory channel from mem- ory list screen.

  • Page 122: I Memory Channel Programming

    MEMORY OPERATION I Memory channel programming Memory channel programming can be preformed ei- ther in VFO mode or in memory mode. D D Programming in VFO mode q Set the desired frequency, operating mode and fil- ter width in VFO mode. w Push [Y]/[Z] several times to select the desired memory channel.

  • Page 123: I Frequency Transferring

    MEMORY OPERATION I Frequency transferring The frequency and operating mode in a memory chan- nel can be transferred to the VFO. Frequency transferring can be performed in either VFO mode or memory mode. D D Transferring in VFO mode This is useful for transferring programmed contents to TRANSFERRING EXAMPLE IN VFO MODE Operating frequency : 21.320 MHz/USB (VFO) VFO.

  • Page 124: I Memory Names

    MEMORY OPERATION I Memory names All memory channels (including scan edges) can be tagged with alphanumeric names of up to 10 charac- ters each. Capital letters, small letters, numerals, some symbols (! # $ % & ¥ ? " ’ ` ^ + – ✱ / . , : ; = < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ ~ @) and spaces can be used.

  • Page 125: I Memo Pads

    MEMORY OPERATION I Memo pads The transceiver has a memo pad function to store fre- quency and operating mode for easy write and recall. The memo pads are separate from memory channels. The default number of memo pads is 5, however, this can be increased to 10 in set mode if desired.

  • Page 126: Scans

    SCANS Section I Scan types ……………………………………………………………… 9-2 I Preparation ……………………………………………………………… 9-2 I Voice squelch control function ………………………………………… 9-3 I Scan set mode ………………………………………………………… 9-3 I Programmed scan operation ………………………………………… 9-4 I ∂F scan operation ……………………………………………………… 9-4 I Fine programmed scan/∂F scan ……………………………………… 9-5 I Memory scan operation …………………………………………………...

  • Page 127: I Scan Types

    SCANS I Scan types • The scan function can be used on the main read- out only. • You can operate a scan while operating on a fre- quency using the dualwatch or split functions. PROGRAMMED SCAN ∂F SCAN Repeatedly scans between two scan edge frequencies Repeatedly scans within ∂F span area.

  • Page 128: I Voice Squelch Control Function

    SCANS I Voice squelch control function This function is useful when you don’t want unmodu- lated signals pausing or cancelling a scan. When the voice squelch control function is activated, the receiver checks received signals for voice components. If a receiver signal includes voice components, and the tone of the voice components changes within 1 sec., scan pauses (or stops).

  • Page 129: I Programmed Scan Operation

    SCANS I Programmed scan operation q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func- tion screen, if necessary. w Select VFO mode. e Select the desired operating mode. • The operating mode can also be changed while scan- ning. r Push [F-5•SCAN] to select the scan screen. t Set the main band’s [SQL] open or closed.
  • Page 130 SCANS I Fine programmed scan/fine ∂F scan In fine scan (programmed or ∂F), the scan speed de- creases when the squelch opens, but the transceiver keeps scanning. The scanning tuning step shifts from 50 Hz to 10 Hz when the squelch opens. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func- tion screen, if necessary.

  • Page 131: I Memory Scan Operation

    SCANS I Memory scan operation q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func- tion screen, if necessary. w Select memory mode. e Push [F-5•SCAN] to select the scan screen. r Set the main band’s [SQL] open or closed. • See page 9-2 for squelch condition. t Push [F-1•MEMO] to start the memory scan.

  • Page 132: I Setting Select Memory Channels

    SCANS I Setting select memory channels D D Setting in scan screen q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func- tion screen, if necessary. w Select memory mode. e Push [F-5•SCAN] to select the scan screen. r Select the desired memory channel to set as a se- lect memory channel.

  • Page 133: I Tone Scan

    SCANS I Tone scan The transceiver can detect subaudible tones in a re- ceived signal. By monitoring a signal that is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can de- termine the tone frequency required to access the re- peater.

  • Page 134: Antenna Tuner Operation

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION Section I Antenna connection and selection ………………………………… 10-2 I Antenna memory settings …………………………………………… 10-3 D Antenna type selection …………………………………………… 10-3 D Temporary memory ………………………………………………… 10-4 D Antenna selection mode …………………………………………… 10-4 I Antenna tuner operation ……………………………………………… 10-5 D Tuner operation ……………………………………………………...

  • Page 135: I Antenna Connection And Selection

    [ANT] HF/50 MHz bands, [ANT1], [ANT2], [ANT3], and [ANT4]. For each operating band the IC-7800 covers, there is a band memory which can memorize a selected an- tenna. When you change the operating frequency be- yond a band, the previously used antenna is automat- ically selected (see below) for the new band.

  • Page 136: I Antenna Memory Settings

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION I Antenna memory settings This function stores the antenna connector number for each frequency band. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close multi-func- [ANT] Band keys tion screen, if necessary. w Push [ANT] for 1 sec. to select antenna set screen. e Select the desired frequency band with a band key.

  • Page 137: D Temporary Memory

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION I Antenna memory settings (continued) D D Temporary memory The antenna temporary memory memorizes the man- ually selected antenna. The selected antenna will be re-called even if frequency band has been changed. q Select the antenna set screen. w Push [F-4•TEMP-M] to turn the temporary memory ON and OFF.

  • Page 138: I Antenna Tuner Operation

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION I Antenna tuner operation The internal automatic antenna tuner matches the transceiver to the connected antenna automatically. After the tuner matches an antenna, the variable ca- pacitor angles are memorized as a preset point for each frequency range (100 kHz steps). Therefore, when you change the frequency range, the variable ca- pacitors are automatically preset to the memorized point.

  • Page 139: D If The Tuner Cannot Tune The Antenna

    When using an external antenna tuner such as the IC- PW1’s tuner, tune with the external antenna tuner, and turn OFF the IC-7800’s tuner. After tuning is com- pleted, turn the internal tuner ON. Otherwise, both tuners tune simultaneously and correct tuning may not be obtained.
  • Page 140 CLOCK AND TIMERS Section I Time set mode ………………………………………………………… 11-2 I Daily timer setting ……………………………………………………… 11-3 I Setting sleep timer …………………………………………………… 11-4 I Timer operation ………………………………………………………… 11-4 11-1...

  • Page 141: I Time Set Mode

    CLOCK AND TIMERS I Time set mode The IC-7800 has a built-in calendar and 24-hour clock [ABC]/[abc] [123]/[Symbol] [F-3•Ω ≈][F-5•EDIT]/[F-5•SET] with daily power ON/OFF timer functions. Before oper- ating these timer functions, set the current date and time. q Push [EXIT/SET] to close multi-function screen, if necessary.

  • Page 142: I Daily Timer Setting

    CLOCK AND TIMERS I Daily timer setting The transceiver turns power ON and/or OFF automat- ically on the specified day and time, with the specified frequency settings in each main and sub readout. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close multi-func- [F-2•TIMER2]/[F-2•≈] [F-4•TIMER4]/[F-4•CLR] [F-7•SET]...

  • Page 143: I Setting Sleep Timer

    CLOCK AND TIMERS I Setting sleep timer The sleep timer turns the transceiver power OFF au- tomatically after passing the set period. The timer can be set to 5–120 min. in 5 min. steps. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi-func- [F-4•CLR] [F-7•SLEEP]/[F-7•SET] tion screen, if necessary.

  • Page 144: Set Mode

    SET MODE Section I Set mode description ………………………………………………… 12-2 D Set mode operation ………………………………………………… 12-2 D Screen arrangement ……………………………………………… 12-3 I Level set mode ………………………………………………………… 12-4 I ACC set mode ………………………………………………………… 12-6 I Display set mode …………………………………………………… 12-11 I Miscellaneous (Others) set mode ………………………………… 12-14 I CF card set menu ……………………………………………………...

  • Page 145: I Set Mode Description

    SET MODE I Set mode description Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed values or conditions of functions. The IC- 7800 has a level set mode, display set mode, timer set mode, accessory set mode, miscellaneous (others) set mode and CF card set mode. D D Set mode operation q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- [F-3•DISP]...

  • Page 146: D Screen Arrangement

    SET MODE D D Screen arrangement • Display set mode (p. 12-11) • Set mode menu screen (p. 12-2) • Time set mode (p. 11-2) • Level set mode (p. 12-4) • Miscellaneous (Others) set mode (p. 12-14) • ACC set mode (p. 12-6) •...

  • Page 147: I Level Set Mode

    SET MODE I Level set mode Sets the bass level of the transmit audio tone in SSB mode from –5 to +5. (default: 0) Sets the treble level of the transmit audio tone in SSB mode from –5 to +5. (default: 0) Sets the bass level of the transmit audio tone in AM mode from –5 to +5.

  • Page 148: I Level Set Mode

    SET MODE I Level set mode (continued) Sets the bass level of the receive audio tone in FM mode from –5 to +5. (default: 0) Sets the treble level of the receive audio tone in FM mode from –5 to +5. (default: 0) Sets the transmission passband width to wide setting Lower freq.

  • Page 149: I Acc Set Mode

    SET MODE I Level set mode (continued) Sets the ratio for audio output level from the head- phone toward to the internal speaker within 0.60 to 1.40 range in 0.01 steps. (default: 1.00) Selects the headphone audio output. • OFF : Outputs the main band’s audio from the left, and sub band’s audio from the right.

  • Page 150: I Acc Set Mode

    SET MODE I ACC set mode (continued) Sets the desired audio input level for modulation from • Approx. 100 mV at 50% (default) setting. [ACC1–B]. Sets the desired input level for modulation from [S/P DIF], within 0 to 100% in 1% steps. (default: 50%) Selects the desired connector(s) for modulation input •...
  • Page 151 SET MODE I ACC set mode (continued) Selects the desired connector(s) for modulation input • MIC : Use the signals from [MIC]. when data 2 mode (D2) is in use. • ACC-A : Use the signals from [ACC1–A] (pin 4). •...
  • Page 152 (16 V DC/0.5 A max.; default) Select the suitable relay type when connecting a non- • MOS-FET : Use semiconductor type relay. Icom linear amplifier. (250 V/200 mA max.) Selects the desired item for an external meter indica- • Auto : Outputs the receiving signal strength level tion (main readout).
  • Page 153 IN, OFF and OUT. 7800. • OFF : Not input/output the reference signal. (default) • OUT : Outputs the IC-7800 reference signal to ex- ternally connected equipment(s) for their ref- erence. NOTE: If the applied reference signal is off-fre- quency, or no signal is applied with “IN”...

  • Page 154: I Display Set Mode

    SET MODE I Display set mode Adjusts the LCD unit brightness from 0 (dark) to 100% (bright) range in 1% steps. (default: 50%) Adjusts the switch indicators brightness from 1 (dark) to 100 (bright) range in 1 steps. (default: 80) Selects the desired display type from A, B and C.

  • Page 155: I Display Set Mode

    SET MODE I Display set mode (continued) Sets the memory name indication, during memory • ON : The programmed memory name is displayed mode operation, ON and OFF. (default: ON) above the frequency indication. • OFF : No memory name is displayed even a mem- ory name is programmed.
  • Page 156 SET MODE I Display set mode (continued) z Push [F-5•EDIT] to select the name edit condition. Sets the introductory text, up to 10-character long, displayed in the opening screen. • The cursor under the 1st character blinks. x Push [ABC], [abc], [123] or [Symbol] to select the Usually, you set your call sign for the opening screen.

  • Page 157: I Miscellaneous (Others) Set Mode

    SET MODE I Miscellaneous (Others) set mode This item is used for a simple frequency check of the transceiver. (default: OFF) See p. 13-5 for calibration procedure. NOTE: Turn the calibration marker OFF after checking the frequency of the transceiver. A beep sounds each time a switch is pushed to con- firm it.
  • Page 158 SET MODE I Miscellaneous (Others) set mode (continued) When this item is set to ON, pushing [SPLIT] for 1 See p. 6-7 for details. sec. sets the sub readout frequency to the main read- out frequency and activates split operation. (default: ON) Sets the offset (difference between transmit and re- ceive frequencies) for the quick split function.
  • Page 159 SET MODE I Miscellaneous (Others) set mode (continued) Selects the transverter operation condition from Auto • ON : Turn the transverter operation ON. and ON. (default: Auto) • Auto : The transceiver turns into transverter opera- tion condition when 2 to 13.8 V DC is applied to [ACC2–A/B] pin 6.
  • Page 160 SET MODE I Miscellaneous (Others) set mode (continued) The IC-7800 speech processor has frequency, mode and signal level announcement. Signal level an- nouncement can be deactivated if desired. (default: ON) When “OFF” is selected, the signal level is not an- nounced.
  • Page 161 SET MODE I Miscellaneous (Others) set mode (continued) Sets the rate at which frequencies are scanned when • HIGH : High speed (default; 50 tuning steps/sec.) the microphone [UP]/[DN] switches are pushed and • LOW : Low speed (25 tuning steps/sec.) held.
  • Page 162 SET MODE I Miscellaneous (Others) set mode (continued) Selects the displayed frequency shift function from • ON : The displayed frequency shifts when the op- ON and OFF. (default: OFF) erating mode is changed between SSB and When this function is activated, the receiving signal •...
  • Page 163 To distinguish equipment, each CI-V transceiver has its own Icom standard address in hexadecimal code. The IC-7800’s address is 6Ah. When 2 or more IC-7800’s are connected to an op- tional CT-17 , rotate the main dial V LEVEL CONVERTER to select a different address for each IC-7800;...

  • Page 164: I Miscellaneous (Others) Set Mode

    When a key of the connected keyboard is pressed and held, the character is repeatedly input with the set speed. Sets IP address for the IC-7800 when connecting to Turn the transceiver power OFF then ON to make the your PC or LAN (Local Area Network) through the setting effective.

  • Page 165: I Cf Card Set Menu

    SET MODE I CF card set menu D D CF card set screen arrangement • CF card set menu • Format menu (p. 12-28) • Setting load screen (p. 12-26) • Setting save screen (p. 12-25) • Load option set mode (p. 12-24) •...

  • Page 166: D Save Option Set Mode

    SET MODE D D Save option set mode Selects file saving condition from All and Select. • All : Saves all the following contents. (default: All) • Select : Saves the selected contents only. Selects memory channel contents and other settings •...
  • Page 167 SET MODE D D Load option set mode Selects file loading condition from All and Select. • All : Loads and sets the all following contents. (default: Select) • Select : Loads and sets the selected contents only. Selects the antenna memory setting loading condition •...

  • Page 168: I File Saving

    SET MODE I File saving Memory channel contents, set mode settings, etc. can be saved into the CF (Compact Flash) memory card for backup. q During set mode menu screen indication, push [F-4•EDIT] [F-5•OPTION] [F-7•WIDE]/[F-7•CANCEL] [F-7•CF CARD] to select CF card set menu screen. w Push [F-2•SAVE] to select setting save screen.

  • Page 169: I File Loading

    SET MODE I File loading By loading the saved setting file from the CF card, you can easily set up another IC-7800— several operators settings can easily be applied to one IC-7800. q During set mode menu screen indication, push [F-4•LOAD]...

  • Page 170: I Changing The File Name

    SET MODE I Changing the file name The file name, saved in the CF card, can be re-named from the transceiver as desired. q During setting save screen display, push [F-4•Ω ≈] [F-5•REN/DEL] [F-7•WIDE]/[F-7•CANCEL] [F-1•DIR/FILE] to select tree view screen. •...

  • Page 171: I Deleting A File

    SET MODE I Deleting a file RECOMMENDATION! Deleting the setting file is ir- reversible. Confirm the contents before deleting a setting file! q During setting save screen display, push [F-1•DIR/FILE] to select tree view screen. • Push [F-2•Y] or [F-3•Z] to select the desired folder. •...

  • Page 172: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Section I Troubleshooting ……………………………………………………… 13-2 D Transceiver power ………………………………………………… 13-2 D Transmit and receive ……………………………………………… 13-2 D Scanning …………………………………………………………… 13-3 D Display ……………………………………………………………… 13-3 I Main dial brake adjustment ………………………………………… 13-3 I Voice synthesizer operation ………………………………………… 13-3 I SWR reading …………………………………………………………… 13-4 I Screen type and font selections ……………………………………...

  • Page 173: D Transceiver Power

    If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem or solve it through the use of this chart, contact you near- est Icom Dealer or Service Center. D D Transceiver power PROBLEM...

  • Page 174: D Scanning

    Light Heavy I Voice synthesizer operation The IC-7800 has built-in voice synthesizer to announce the frequency, mode, etc. (S-meter level can also be announced—p. 12-17) in clear, electronically-gener- ated voice, in English (or Japanese). ➥ Push [SPEECH] to announce the currently selected frequency, etc.

  • Page 175: I Swr Reading

    52V V I Screen type and font selections 3 types of screen images and 18 types of frequency readout indication fonts are available in the IC-7800. • Screen image example— type C q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close multi-func- tion screen, if necessary.

  • Page 176: I Frequency Calibration (Approximate)

    WWV, WWVH, or other standard frequency sig- nals. CAUTION: The IC-7800 has been thoroughly ad- justed and tested at the factory before being shipped. You should not have to re-calibrate it.

  • Page 177: I Opening The Transceiver's Case

    I Clock backup battery replacement The IC-7800 has a lithium backup battery (CR2032) in- side for clock and timer functions. The usual life of the backup battery is approximately 2 years.

  • Page 178: I Fuse Replacement

    MAINTENANCE I Fuse replacement When no external DC output is available from [EXT DC] and ACC connectors, the internal fuse may be open. Replace the fuse in this case. WARNING: DISCONNECT the AC power cable from the AC outlet before removing the transceiver’s cover.

  • Page 179: I About Protection Indications

    The power amplifier temperature can be monitored in the multi-function meter, TEMP gauge. I Screen saver function The IC-7800 has a screen saver function to protect the LCD from the “burn-in” effect. q Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- [F-4•DISPLAY]...

  • Page 180: Control Command

    CONTROL COMMAND Section I Remote jack (CI-V) information ……………………………………… 14-2 D CI-V connection example ………………………………………… 14-2 D Data format ………………………………………………………… 14-2 D Command table …………………………………………………… 14-9 D To send/read memory contents …………………………………… 14-9 D Band stacking register …………………………………………… 14-9 D Codes for memory keyer contents ………………………………...

  • Page 181: I Remote Jack (Ci-V) Information

    RS-232C port. The Icom Communications Interface-V 9–15 V (CI-V) controls of the transceiver. Up to 4 Icom CI-V transceivers or transceivers can be connected to a PC equipped with an RS-232C port. See pgs. 12-19, 12-20 for setting the CI-V condition...

  • Page 182: D Command Table

    CONTROL COMMAND D D Command table Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description — Send frequency data — Select/read attenuator (0=OFF; 1=3 dB; 2=6 dB; 3=9 dB; 4=12 dB; Same as Send mode data 5=15 dB; 6=18 dB; 7=21 dB) command 06 00 + RX ANT Select/read ANT1 selection...

  • Page 183: D To Send/Read Memory Contents

    CONTROL COMMAND D D Command table (continued) Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description Read squelch condition 050011 Send/read FM RX Tone (Bass) Read S-meter level level (0 =–5 to 10=+5) Read RF power meter 050012 Send/read FM RX Tone (Treble) Read SWR meter level (0=–5 to 10=+5) Read ALC meter...
  • Page 184 CONTROL COMMAND D D Command table (continued) Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description 050035 Send/read the band selection for 050057 Send/read opening message indi- operating frequency band signal cation (0=OFF, 1=ON) output to ACC-A. (0=MAIN, 050058 Send/read opening message con- 1=SUB, 2=TX) tents (see p.
  • Page 185 CONTROL COMMAND D D Command table (continued) Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description 050087 Send/read main dial function 050112 Send/read waveform color for (0=MAIN, 1=MAIN+SUB) receiving signal 050088 Send/read main dial auto TS (see p. 14-10 for details) (0=OFF, 1=Low, 2=High) 050113 Send/read waveform color for...
  • Page 186 CONTROL COMMAND D D Command table (continued) Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description 050134 Send/read voice memory short 050164 Send/read scan speed play time (3=3 sec. to 10=10 sec.) (0=Low, 1=High) 050135 Send/read voice memory normal 050165 Send/read scan resume record time (0=OFF, 1=ON) (5= 5 sec.
  • Page 187 CONTROL COMMAND D D Command table (continued) Command Sub command Description 050190 Set/read FFT scope averaging set for RTTY decoder (0=OFF, 1=2, 2=3, 3=4) 050191 Set/read FFT scope waveform color set for RTTY decoder (see p. 14-10 for details) 050192 Set/read FFT scope averaging set for PSK decoder (0=OFF, 1=2, 2=3, 3=4)

  • Page 188: D To Send/Read Memory Contents

    CONTROL COMMAND D D To send/read memory contents • Character’s code When sending or reading memory contents, additional Character ASCII code Description code must be added to appoint the memory channel 0–9 30–39 Numerals as follows. A–Z 41–5A Alphabetical characters ➥...

  • Page 189: D Offset Frequency Setting

    CONTROL COMMAND D D Offset frequency setting D D Color setting The following data sequence is used when sending or The following data sequence is used when sending or reading the offset frequency setting. reading the color setting. X X X X X X X X X R (Red)
  • Page 190 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS Section I Specifications ………………………………………………………… 15-2 D General ……………………………………………………………… 15-2 D Transmitter ………………………………………………………… 15-2 D Receiver …………………………………………………………… 15-3 D Antenna tuner ……………………………………………………… 15-3 I Options ………………………………………………………………… 15-4 15-1...

  • Page 191: I Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS I Specifications D D General • Frequency coverage (unit: MHz) Receiver 0.030000–60.000000* Transmitter 1.800000–1.999999* , 3.500000–3.999999* 5.330500* , 5.346500* , 5.366500* , 5.371500* 5.403500* , 7.000000–7.300000* 10.100000–10.150000* , 14.000000–14.350000* 18.068000–18.168000* , 21.000000–21.450000* 24.890000–24.990000* , 28.000000–29.700000* 50.000000–54.000000* Some frequency ranges are not guaranteed. Depending on versions.

  • Page 192: D Receiver

    SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS D D Receiver • Receive system : Double conversion superheterodyne system • Intermediate frequencies 64.455 MHz (MAIN band) 64.555 MHz (SUB band) 36 kHz • Sensitivity SSB, CW, RTTY (BW=2.4 kHz, 10 dB S/N) 0.100–1.799 MHz 0.5 µV (pre-amp 1 ON) 1.800–29.990 MHz 0.16 µV...

  • Page 193: I Options

    I Options • IC-PW1/EURO ALL BAND W LINEAR AMPLIFIER Full-duty-cycle 1 kW linear amplifier including an auto- matic antenna tuner. Has automatic tuning and band selection capability when used with an Icom trans- ceiver. Full break-in (QSK) operation. amplifier/power supply unit and the remote control unit are separate.

  • Page 194: Updating The Firmware

    UPDATING THE FIRMWARE Section I General ………………………………………………………………… 16-2 I Caution ………………………………………………………………… 16-2 I Preparation …………………………………………………………… 16-3 D Firmware and firm utility …………………………………………… 16-3 D File downloading …………………………………………………… 16-3 I Firmware update— CF memory card ……………………………… 16-4 I Firmware update— PC ………………………………………………...

  • Page 195: I General

    Icom distributor for repair. This type of repair is out of warranty even if the warranty period is still valid.

  • Page 196: I Preparation

    • No link is available from the top page. w Read “Regarding this Download Service” carefully, then click [AGREE]. e Click “IC-7800” link then click the firmware file link. r Type your name, call sign, IC-7800’s serial number, Read carefully etc., then click [OK?].

  • Page 197: I Firmware Update- Cf Memory Card

    (“IC-7800” folder). [F-3•FIRM UP]/[F-3•Z] /[F-7•CANCEL] • The CF memory card must be formatted by the IC-7800. w Insert the CF memory card into the CF card slot. e Push [EXIT/SET] several times to close a multi- function screen, if necessary.
  • Page 198 !5 Read the precaution carefully, and then push [F-6•OK]. • Return to CF card set menu. !6 Push [POWER] to turn the IC-7800 power OFF, then ON again. !7 Depending on the updating, one to four dialog as at left appears in sequence.

  • Page 199: I Firmware Update- Pc

    UPDATING THE FIRMWARE I Firmware update— PC D D Connections Connect the IC-7800 and the PC through a LAN (Local Area Network) as follows. (192.168.100.11) (192.168.100.12) IC-7800 (192.168.100.13) Hub/Router* Ethernet cable* to WAN (Patch cable) × × × × /Internet network...

  • Page 200: D Ip Address Setting

    IMPORTANT!: A fixed (static) IP address is used for the IC-7800. When you connect the IC-7800 to a LAN, ask the network manager about a usable/assignable IP address and the subnet mask in advance.

  • Page 201: D Updating From The Pc

    Select the firmware file, that has “dat” extension (e.g.: 7800_110.dat) • Click […], then select the file, as well as the location. t Type the IC-7800’s IP address into “IC-7800 IP Ad- dress” text box. Click […] to select the firmware file.
  • Page 202 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE o The screen as at left is displayed. • The following dialog appears in the IC-7800 display. RWARNING!: NEVER turn the IC-7800 power OFF at this stage. The transceiver firmware will be damaged. !0 Click [OK] to finish the firmware update.

  • Page 203: Installation Notes

    Fur- Versions of the IC-7800 which display the ther information can be found at http://www.arrl.org/. “CE” symbol on the serial number seal, comply with the essential requirements of •...
  • Page 204 ABOUT CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Icom Inc. Japan 1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku Osaka 547-0003, Japan Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Düsseldorf 27th Feb.
  • Page 205 Please record the serial number of your IC-7800 transceiver below for future servicing reference: Serial Number Date of purchase Place where purchased :...
  • Page 206 IC-7800 <Intended Country of Use> #03 (Europe) I GER ESP I SWE I AUT I NED POR I DEN GBR I BEL ITA I FIN I IRL I LUX I GRE IC-7800 <Intended Country of Use> #04 (France) GER I FRA IC-7800 <Intended Country of Use>...

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