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Icom IC-7700 Instruction Manual

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HF/50 MHz TRANSCEIVER
i7700

Instruction Manual

A-6937H-1EX-r
Printed in Japan
© 2011–2013 Icom Inc.

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    HF/50 MHz TRANSCEIVER i7700 Instruction Manual A-6937H-1EX-r Printed in Japan © 2011–2013 Icom Inc.

  • Page 2: Explicit Definitions

    FOREWORD Thank you for making the IC-7700 your radio of choice. We hope you agree with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first.” Many hours of research and devel- opment went into the design of your IC-7700. D FEATURES ❍ Ultimate receiver performance: third-order intercept (IP3) of +40 dBm (HF bands only) ❍...
  • Page 3 Changes or modifications to this device, may be reduced, and the transceiver may be dam- aged. not expressly approved by Icom Inc., could void your authority to operate this device under FCC regula- CAUTION: The transceiver weighs approx. 22.5 kg tions.

  • Page 4: Supplied Accessories

    SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES !5 6 * May differ from that shown depending on the version. q AC power cable* ..........1 † These screws are used when removing the rack mounting w Feet .............. 1 pair handles. See p.2-3 for the rack mounting handle detach- e Spare fuse (FGB 2 A) .........

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    D Rear panel—2 ................2-7 ■ Linear amplifier connections ............. 2-8 D Connecting the IC-PW1/EURO ............ 2-8 D Connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier ........2-8 ■ Transverter jack information ............. 2-9 ■ FSK and AFSK (SSTV) connections ..........2-9 ■ Microphone connector information ..........2-10 ■...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ Meter indication selection ............... 3-10 D Multi-function digital meter ............3-10 D Meter type selection ..............3-11 ■ Voice synthesizer operation ............3-11 ■ Basic transmit operation ..............3-12 D Transmitting ................3-12 D Microphone gain adjustment ............3-12 D Drive gain adjustment ..............
  • Page 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS D Convenient functions for transmit ..........4-31 ■ Repeater operation ................. 4-32 D Repeater access tone frequency setting ........4-33 ■ Tone squelch operation ..............4-34 ■ Data mode (AFSK) operation ............4-35 Section 5 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ Spectrum scope screen ..............5-2 D Center mode .................
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 7 VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS ■ About digital voice recorder .............. 7-2 ■ Recording a received audio .............. 7-3 D Basic recording ................7-3 D One-touch recording ..............7-3 ■ Playing the recorded audio ..............7-4 D Basic playing ................7-4 D One-touch playing ................
  • Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ Setting select memory channels ............9-7 D Setting in scan screen ..............9-7 D Setting in memory list screen ............9-7 D Erasing the select scan setting ............ 9-7 ■ Tone scan ..................9-8 Section 10 ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION ■...
  • Page 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ Fuse replacement ................13-7 ■ Resetting the CPU ................13-7 ■ About protection indications ............13-8 ■ Screen saver function ..............13-8 Section 14 CONTROL COMMAND ■ Remote jack (CI-V) information ............14-2 D CI-V connection example ............14-2 D Data format .................
  • Page 11 PANEL DESCRIPTION Section ■ Front panel ..................1-2 ■ Rear panel ..................1-12 ■ LCD display ..................1-14 ■ Screen menu arrangement ............. 1-16...

  • Page 12: Panel Description

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 SPLIT LOCK POWER TRANSMIT BK-IN MONITOR RF PWR KEY SPEED DELAY GENE F-INP TUNER MP-W MP-R TIMER PHONES ELEC-KEY AGC VR AUTO RTTY/PSK AM/FM DATA M.SCOPE EXIT/SET LOCK TUNE PLAY DRIVE...
  • Page 13 • The CW sidetone functions regardless of MONITOR Recommended level for switch setting in the CW mode. an Icom microphone • The [MONITOR] indicator above this switch lights Increases green while the function is activated. !4 BREAK-IN DELAY CONTROL [DELAY] (p. 6-3)
  • Page 14 • USB keyboards* are supported. !8 NOISE BLANKER CONTROL [NB] *: A USB-Memory or USB keyboard is not supplied by (outer control; p. 5-16) Icom. Adjust the noise blanker threshold level. • To use this control, push @1 NOISE REDUCTION SWITCH (p.
  • Page 15 PANEL DESCRIPTION @3 RF GAIN CONTROL [RF] (outer control; p. 3-9) @8 VOX GAIN CONTROL [VOX GAIN] (p. 6-2) Adjusts the RF gain level. Adjusts the transmit and receive switching thresh- While rotating the RF gain control, you may hear old level for VOX operation.
  • Page 16 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) #4 #5 $0 $1 TWIN-PBT SPLIT LOCK HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER i7700 FILTER PBT-CLR BK-IN MONITOR KEY SPEED DELAY GENE F-INP DIGI-SEL NOTCH DIGI-SEL MP-W MP-R APF/TPF NOTCH RIT/∂TX ∂TX CLEAR CW PITCH SPEECH AUTO RTTY/PSK AM/FM DATA M.SCOPE...
  • Page 17 (pgs. 4-33, 4-34) other stacked frequencies in the band. (p. 3-4) ➥ Selects the tone set mode when • Icom’s triple band stacking register memorizes 3 fre- pushed and held for 1 sec. in the FM quencies in each band.
  • Page 18 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) $9 %0 TWIN-PBT SPLIT LOCK HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER i7700 FILTER PBT-CLR BK-IN MONITOR KEY SPEED DELAY F-INP GENE DIGI-SEL NOTCH DIGI-SEL MP-W MP-R APF/TPF NOTCH RIT/∂TX ∂TX CLEAR CW PITCH SPEECH AUTO RTTY/PSK AM/FM DATA M.SCOPE EXIT/SET LOCK...
  • Page 19 PANEL DESCRIPTION $7 MEMO PAD-WRITE SWITCH (p. 8-7) %4 VOICE MEMORY RECORD SWITCH MP-W Programs the displayed readout frequency and op- (p. 7-3) erating mode into a memo pad. ➥ Push to record the previous received signal for • The 5 most recent entries remain in memo pads. the preset time period.
  • Page 20 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) TWIN-PBT SPLIT LOCK RANSCEIVER i7700 FILTER PBT-CLR MONITOR DELAY F-INP GENE DIGI-SEL NOTCH DIGI-SEL MP-W MP-R APF/TPF NOTCH RIT/∂TX ∂TX CLEAR CW PITCH SPEECH AUTO RTTY/PSK AM/FM DATA M.SCOPE EXIT/SET LOCK TUNE SPLIT PLAY DRIVE COMP MONI GAIN...
  • Page 21 PANEL DESCRIPTION ^5 MANUAL NOTCH FILTER CONTROL [NOTCH] ^8 CW PITCH CONTROL [CW PITCH] (p. 4-5) (outer control; p. 5-18) Shifts the received CW audio pitch and the CW Varies the notch frequency of the manual notch side tone pitch without changing the operating fre- filter to reject an interfering signal while the manual quency.

  • Page 22: Rear Panel

    ANTENNA CONNECTOR 3 [ANT 3] (p. 2-5) nect the IC-7700 to a PC. r ANTENNA CONNECTOR 4 [ANT 4] (p. 2-5) Can be used to remotely control the IC-7700 Accept a 50 Ω antenna with a PL-259 plug connec- without the optional CT-17, or for RTTY/PSK31 tor.
  • Page 23 Connects an external unit, such as preamplifier or !8 ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] (p. 2-8) RF filter, using BNC connectors, if desired. Connects to the ALC output jack of a non-Icom lin- When no external unit is connected, [RX ANT ear amplifier.

  • Page 24: Lcd Display

    PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ LCD display q S/RF METER (pgs. 3-10, 3-11) w SHIFT FREQUENCY INDICATOR (p. 5-12) Shows the signal strength while receiving. Shows Shows the shift frequency of the IF filter. the relative output power, SWR, ALC or compres- e BAND WIDTH INDICATOR (p.
  • Page 25 PANEL DESCRIPTION i APF/TPF INDICATOR @3 TX INDICATOR ➥ “ ” appears when the audio peak filter func- ➥ “ ” appears while transmitting. tion is in use. This function is available in CW ➥ Indicates the frequency readout for transmit. mode.

  • Page 26: Screen Menu Arrangement

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

  • Page 27: Installation And Connections

    D Rear panel—2 ................2-7 ■ Linear amplifier connections ............. 2-8 D Connecting the IC-PW1/EURO ............ 2-8 D Connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier ........2-8 ■ Transverter jack information ............. 2-9 ■ FSK and AFSK (SSTV) connections ..........2-9 ■ Microphone connector information ..........2-10 ■...

  • Page 28: 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-7700, see ‘Supplied acces- sories’ on p. iii of this manual. ■ Main dial attachment...

  • Page 29: Rack Mounting Handle Detachment

    INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Rack mounting handle detachment The rack mounting handles are supplied attached to FH: Flat head the transceiver to stabilize the transceiver in the shock PH: Pan head absorber material in the box. If you want to remove them, use the supplied screws as described below.

  • Page 30: Grounding

    In this case, an antenna tuner is useful to match the transceiver and antenna. Low SWR allows full power for transmitting. The IC-7700 has an SWR 30 mm ≈ 1.18 in 10 mm ≈ 0.39 in 1–2 mm ≈ 0.04–0.08 in meter to monitor the antenna SWR continuously.

  • Page 31: Required Connections

    INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Required connections D Front panel CW key HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER Connects an electronic keyer. POWER i7700 TRANSMIT BK-IN MONITOR RF PWR KEY SPEED DELAY TUNER A straight or bug key can also be used when the TIMER keyer type is changed in keyer set mode.

  • Page 32: Advanced Connections

    MAX1A METER [RELAY], [ALC] (p. 2-8) External speaker (p. 15-4) RX ANT IN/OUT Used for connecting a Connects an external non-Icom linear amplifier. preamp or lowpass filter. RX ANT IN/OUT must be ACC sockets SP-20 activated in the antenna (option) (pgs.

  • Page 33: D Rear Panel-2

    INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS D Rear panel— 2 Ethernet connector (p. 16-6) External Display Connects a PC-style Connects a PC monitor display (at least via a LAN for the 800×600 resolution). firmware Video output signal can update. be turned ON and OFF in set mode (p.

  • Page 34: Linear Amplifier Connections

    16 V/0.5 A DC with initial setting, and 250 V/200 mA with “MOSFET” setting (see p. 12-8 for details). Use RF OUTPUT RF INPUT an external relay unit if your non-Icom linear ampli- SEND fier requires control voltage and/or current greater than specified.

  • Page 35: Transverter Jack Information

    INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ 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 op- eration and the antenna connectors do not receive or transmit any signals. While receiving, [X-VERTER] connector can be ac- tivated as an input terminal from an external trans- verter.

  • Page 36: Microphone Connector Information

    DO NOT short pin 2 to ground as this can damage the internal 8 V regulator. DC voltage is applied to pin 1 for microphone operation. Use caution when using a non-Icom microphone. ■ Microphones (options) D SM-50 q PTT SWITCH Push and hold to transmit;...

  • Page 37: Accessory Connector Information

    “1SS133,” on the load side of the circuit to the counter-electromotive force absorption. When the diode is added, a switching delay of the relay may occur. Be sure to check its switching action before operation. [Example] Switching diode ACC 1/2 To a non-Icom sockets linear amplifier e SEND Relay u 13.8 V...

  • Page 39: Basic Operations

    BASIC OPERATIONS Section ■ When first applying power (CPU resetting) ........3-2 ■ Initial settings ..................3-2 ■ Selecting VFO/memory mode ............3-3 ■ VFO selection ................... 3-3 D Selecting VFO-A/VFO-B ............... 3-3 D VFO equalization ................3-3 ■ Selecting an operating band ............. 3-4 D Using the band stacking registers ..........

  • Page 40: When First Applying Power (Cpu Resetting)

    BASIC OPERATIONS ■ 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 fol- lowing procedure. Resetting CLEARS all programmed contents in memory channels and returns programmed values in set mode to default values.

  • Page 41: Selecting Vfo/Memory Mode

    BASIC OPERATIONS ■ Selecting VFO/memory mode ➥ Push to switch between VFO and memory modes. • “ ” or “ ” appears when in VFO mode, or the VFO-A VFO-B selected memory channel number appears when in memory mode. • Pushing and holding for 1 sec.

  • Page 42: Selecting An Operating Band

    BASIC OPERATIONS ■ Selecting an operating band The triple band stacking register provides 3 memories Band keys for each band key, storing frequency and mode infor- mation. This function is convenient when you operate 3 modes on one band. For example, one register is used for a CW frequency, another for an SSB fre- quency and the other one for an RTTY frequency.

  • Page 43: Frequency Setting

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

  • Page 44: D Quick Tuning Step

    BASIC OPERATIONS D Quick tuning step The operating frequency can be changed in larger 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. • “Z” appears when the quick tuning function is ON. w Rotate the main dial to change the frequency in programmed kHz steps.

  • Page 45: D Selecting 1 Hz Step

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

  • Page 46: Operating Mode Selection

    CW, 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-7700. Select the desired operation mode as follows. To select a mode of operation, push the desired mode switch momentarily.

  • Page 47: Volume Setting

    BASIC OPERATIONS ■ Volume setting ➥ Rotate [AF] control clockwise to increase, counter- clockwise to decrease the audio output level. [AF] Audio output increases Audio output decreases ■ RF gain adjustment ➥ Rotate [RF] control clockwise to increase, counter- clockwise to decrease the receiver sensitivity. NOTE: When [RF] control is adjusted CCW in FM mode, audio output decreases then disappears.

  • Page 48: Meter Indication Selection

    ALC level readout readout the final amplifier MOSFETs. readout D Multi-function digital meter The IC-7700 can display the multi-function digital meter on the LCD display. This meter displays all transmit parameters simultaneously. P-HOLD METER q Push and hold [METER] for 1 sec. to turn the multi- function digital meter ON.

  • Page 49: D Meter Type Selection

    BASIC OPERATIONS D Meter type selection A total of 3 meter types are available in the IC-7700— Standard, Edgewise and Bar meters. Follow the instructions below for the meter type selec- tion. EXIT/SET q Push several times to return to normal screen, if necessary.

  • Page 50: Basic Transmit Operation

    BASIC OPERATIONS ■ Basic transmit operation Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating 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 51: D Drive Gain Adjustment

    BASIC OPERATIONS D Drive gain adjustment The drive gain is active for all modes other than SSB METER mode with speech compressor OFF. The [DRIVE] control adjusts the gain of the driver stage. Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause in- terference to other stations on the same frequency.

  • Page 52: D Programming The User Band Edge

    BASIC OPERATIONS D Programming the user band edge q Select the Others set mode and select the “Beep (Band Edge)” option. w Rotate the main dial to select either the “ON (User)” or “ON (User) & TX Limit” setting. • [BAND] appears above e Push [BAND] to open the band edge screen.

  • Page 53: Receive And Transmit

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT Section ■ 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 ■ 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 54: Operating Ssb

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

  • Page 55: D Convenient Functions For Transmit

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Convenient functions for transmit • Speech compressor (p. 6-5) • Transmit quality monitor (p. 6-4) ➥ Push [COMP] to turn the speech compres- (MF6) ➥ Push MONITOR to turn the monitor function ON sor ON or OFF. or OFF.

  • Page 56: Operating Cw

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

  • Page 57: D Convenient Functions For Transmit

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

  • Page 58: D Apf (Audio Peak Filter) Operation

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D APF (Audio Peak Filter) operation The APF changes the audio frequency response by boosting a particular frequency to enhance a desired APF/TPF CW signal. The peak frequency can be adjusted with [DIGI-SEL] control when “APF” is selected for “DIGI-SEL VR Op- eration”...

  • Page 59: Electronic Keyer Functions

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ■ Electronic keyer functions The IC-7700 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 [KEYER] to select memor y keyer screen.

  • Page 60: D Memory Keyer Screen

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 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 –1 – q During CW mode operation, push [KEYER] to select memory keyer screen. w Push to set the transceiver to transmit, TRANSMIT...

  • Page 61: D Editing A Memory Keyer

    When a PC keyboard is connected to [USB] con- Contents nector on the front panel, the memory keyer con- M1 CQ TEST CQ TEST DE ICOM ICOM TEST tents can also be edited from the keyboard. M2 UR 5NN✱ BK...

  • Page 62: D Contest Number Set Mode

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 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 [KEYER] to select memory keyer screen. w Push to select memory keyer menu, then EXIT/SET push [001] to select contest serial number...

  • Page 63: D Keyer Set Mode

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 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 [KEYER] to select memory keyer screen. w Push EXIT/SET to select memory keyer menu, then...

  • Page 64: Paddle Polarity

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Keyer set mode (continued) Paddle Polarity Normal This item sets the paddle dot-dash polarity. • Normal and reverse polarity can be selected. Keyer Type ELE-KEY 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 65: Operating Rtty (Fsk)

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ■ Operating RTTY (FSK) A DSP-based high-quality Baudot RTTY encoder/ decoder is built-in to the IC-7700. When connecting a PC keyboard (p. 2-6), RTTY operation can be per- formed without an external RTTY terminal, TNC or If you would rather use your RTTY terminal or TNC, consult the manual that comes with the RTTY termi- nal or TNC.

  • Page 66: D Convenient Functions For Receive

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Convenient functions for receive • Preamp (p. 5-9) • Noise reduction (p. 5-17) ➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the (MF3) ➥ Push to turn the noise reduction ON or preamp OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. OFF.

  • Page 67: D Functions For The Rtty Decoder Display

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Functions for the RTTY decoder display q Push a band key to select the desired band. HOLD/CLR WIDE w Push RTTY/PSK to select RTTY. • After RTTY mode is selected, push and hold RTTY/PSK for 1 sec. to toggle between RTTY and RTTY-R modes. •...

  • Page 68: D Rtty Memory Transmission

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

  • Page 69: D Editing Rtty Memory

    ! # $ % & ¥ ? “ ‘ ` ^ + – ✱ / . , : ; = ↵73 GL SK↵ 73 GL SK < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ CQ CQ CQ ↵CQ CQ CQ DE ICOM ICOM ICOM ( For the memory contents set- Symbol K↵...

  • Page 70: D Rtty Decode Set Mode

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D RTTY decode set mode This set mode is used to set the decode USOS func- tion, time stamp setting, etc. • Setting contents Ω ≈ WIDE q During RTTY mode operation, push [DECODE] to select RTTY decode screen. w Push [<MENU1>] to select the second RTTY decode menu, then push [SET]...
  • Page 71 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D RTTY decode set mode (continued) RTTY TX USOS Explicitly inserts the FIGS character even though it is • ON : Inserts FIGS. not required by the receiving station. • OFF : Does not insert FIGS. RTTY Time Stamp Turn the time stamp (date, transmission or reception •...

  • Page 72: D Data Saving

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Data saving The contents of the RTTY memory and received sig- The USB-Memory is not supplied by Icom. nal can be saved into USB-Memory. q Dur ing RTTY decode screen display, push OPTION SAVE WIDE [<MENU1>] to select the RTTY decode sec- ond menu.

  • Page 73: Operating Psk

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ■ Operating PSK A high-quality DSP-based PSK31 encoder/decoder is built-in to the IC-7700. 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 74: D Convenient Functions For Receive

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Convenient functions for receive • Preamp (p. 5-9) • Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 5-12) ➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the ➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer). (MF3) PBT-CLR preamp OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. •...

  • Page 75: D Functions For The Psk Decoder Display

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Functions for the PSK decoder display q Push a band key to select the desired band. AFC/NET WIDE w Push RTTY/PSK to select PSK. • After PSK mode is selected, push and hold RTTY/PSK for 1 sec. to toggle between PSK and PSK-R modes. •...

  • Page 76: D Psk Memory Transmission

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D PSK memory transmission Previously entered characters can be sent using the PSK memory. Contents of the memory are set using the edit menu. q During PSK mode operation, push [DECODE] to select PSK decode screen. w Push [TX MEM] to select PSK memor y screen.

  • Page 77: D Editing Psk Memory

    73 GL SK @ ↵ < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ Symbol CQ CQ CQ ↵CQ CQ CQ DE Icom Icom Icom K ( “↵” is for the memory contents set- ↵ ting only.) ↵My transceiver is IC–7700 &...

  • Page 78: D Psk Decode Set Mode

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D PSK decode set mode This set mode is used to set the FFT scope setting, time stamp setting, etc. • Setting contents q During PSK mode operation, push [DECODE] Ω ≈ WIDE to select PSK decode screen. w Push [<MENU1>] to select PSK decode sec- ond menu, then push [SET]...
  • Page 79 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D PSK decode set mode (continued) PSK Time Stamp (Frequency) 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 80: D Data Saving

    D Data saving The contents of the PSK memory and received signal The USB-Memory is not supplied by Icom. can be saved into USB-Memory. q D u r i n g P S K d e c o d e s c r e e n d i s p l ay, p u s h...

  • Page 81: Operating Am

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

  • Page 82: D Convenient Functions For Transmit

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Convenient functions for transmit • VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 6-2) • Audio tone control (p. 12-5) ➥ Push to turn the VOX function ON or ➥ Push [SET] then [LEVEL] to enter OFF. level set mode. Select an item with [Y] /[Z] •...

  • Page 83: Operating Fm

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

  • Page 84: Repeater Operation

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ■ Repeater operation A repeater retransmits a received signal on a differ- ent frequency. When using a repeater, the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive frequency by an offset frequency. A repeater can be accessed using split frequency operation with the transmit frequency shifted to the repeater's receive frequency.

  • Page 85: D Repeater Access Tone Frequency Setting

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT D Repeater access tone frequency setting Some repeaters require subaudible tones to be ac- cessed. Subaudible tones are superimposed on your normal signal and must be set in advance. The trans- ceiver has 50 tones from 67.0 Hz to 254.1 Hz. q Select FM mode.

  • Page 86: Tone Squelch Operation

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ■ Tone squelch operation The tone squelch opens only when receiving a sig- nal 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 mode.

  • Page 87: Data Mode (Afsk) Operation

    RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT ■ 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. 2-9) Band keys w Push a band key to select the desired band.

  • Page 89: Functions For Receive

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE Section ■ Spectrum scope screen ..............5-2 D Center mode ................. 5-2 D Fixed mode ................... 5-3 D Mini scope screen display ............5-4 D Scope set mode ................5-4 ■ Preamplifier ..................5-9 ■ Attenuator ..................5-9 ■...

  • Page 90: Spectrum Scope Screen

    The IC-7700 has two modes for the spectrum display— one is center mode, and the other is fixed mode. In addition, the IC-7700 has a mini scope screen to save screen space. D Center mode Displays signals around the set frequency within the selected span.

  • Page 91: D Fixed Mode

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D Fixed mode Displays signals within the specified frequency range. Conditions on the selected frequency band can be observed at a glance when using this mode. q Push several times to close any multi- EXIT/SET MARKER HOLD CENT/FIX function screens, if necessary.

  • Page 92: D Mini Scope Screen Display

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D Mini scope screen display The mini scope screen can be displayed with another screen display, such as set mode menu, decode screen, memory list screen, etc. simultaneously. q Set the scope mode (center or fixed), marker, at- tenuator, span, etc.
  • Page 93 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D Scope set mode (continued) Scope during Tx (CENTER Type) NOTE: Transmit signal display is available for the Turn display of the transmit signal ON or OFF. center mode only. Max Hold Turn the peak level hold function ON or OFF. CENTER Type Display Filter Center Select the center frequency of the spectrum scope...
  • Page 94 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D Scope set mode (continued) (± 25k) FAST Select the sweep speed for the ±25 kHz span selec- tion from SLOW, MID and FAST. (± 50k) FAST Select the sweep speed for the ±50 kHz span selec- tion from SLOW, MID and FAST.
  • Page 95 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D Scope set mode (continued) ( 8.00 – 11.00) 10.100 – 10.150 Set the scope edge frequencies for fixed mode • Set the frequencies within 8.000 to 11.000 MHz scope when the 8 to 11 MHz band is selected. range in 1 kHz steps.
  • Page 96 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D Scope set mode (continued) (26.00 – 30.00) 28.000 – 28.500 Set the scope edge frequencies for fixed mode • Set the frequencies within 26.000 to 30.000 MHz scope when the 26 to 30 MHz band is selected. range in 1 kHz steps.

  • Page 97: Preamplifier

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ 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 signals. ➥ Push [P.AMP] several times to set the (MF3) P.AMP preamp OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.

  • Page 98: Rit Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ RIT function The RIT (Receive Increment Tuning) function com- pensates for off-frequency operation of the received station. The function shifts the receive frequency up to ±9.99 kHz in 10 Hz steps without moving the transmit frequency. q Push to turn the RIT function ON and OFF.

  • Page 99: Agc Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ AGC function The AGC (auto gain control) controls receiver gain to 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 modes. The FM mode AGC time constant is fixed as ‘FAST’...

  • Page 100: Twin Pbt Operation

    IF passband width by shifting the IF frequency slightly outside of the IF filter pass- band. The IC-7700 uses DSP for the PBT function. Moving both [TWIN-PBT] controls shifts the IF pass- band center frequency both above and below the re- ceived frequency.

  • Page 101: If Filter Selection

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ IF filter selection The transceiver has 3 passband width IF filters for FILTER 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 102: D Roofing Filter Selection

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D Roofing filter selection The IC-7700 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 and hold for 1 sec. to enter filter set FILTER screen.
  • Page 103 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE D Filter shape set mode (continued) (600Hz – ) SHARP Select the filter shape for SSB mode in HF bands. The set filter shape is automatically used only when the IF filter is set to 600 Hz or wider. SSB–D (600Hz –...

  • Page 104: Noise Blanker

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ 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 to turn the noise blanker function ON or OFF. • [NB] indicator above this switch lights green. w Rotate [NB] control to adjust the noise blanker threshold level.

  • Page 105: Noise Reduction

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ Noise reduction The noise reduction function reduces random noise components and enhances desired signals which are buried in noise. The DSP performs the random noise reduction function. q Push to turn the noise reduction ON. • [NR] indicator above this switch lights green. w Rotate the [NR] control to adjust the noise reduc- tion level.

  • Page 106: Notch Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ Notch function This transceiver has auto and manual notch functions. [NOTCH] control The auto notch function uses DSP to automatically attenuate beat tones, tuning signals, etc., even if they are moving. The manual notch can be set to attenuate a frequency via the [NOTCH] control.The auto notch can be used in SSB, AM and FM mode.

  • Page 107: Autotune Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ■ Autotune function The Automatic tuning function tunes the displayed frequency (max. CW: ±500 Hz, AM: ±5 kHz) automati- cally when an off-frequency signal is received. This function is active while in CW or AM mode is selected. ➥...

  • Page 109: Functions For Transmit

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

  • Page 110: Vox Function

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

  • Page 111: Break-In Function

    ■ Break-in function The break-in function is used in CW mode to auto- matically toggle the transceiver between transmit and receive when keying. The IC-7700 is capable of full break-in or semi break-in. D Semi break-in operation During semi break-in operation, the transceiver im- mediately transmits when keyed and during key up periods returns to receive after a pre-set delay.

  • Page 112: Tx Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT ■ ∂TX function The ∂TX function shifts the transmit frequency up to ±9.999 kHz in 1 Hz steps (10 Hz steps when cancel- ling the 1 Hz step readout) without moving the receive frequency. [RIT/∂TX] q Push ∂TX •...

  • Page 113: Transmit Filter Width Setting (Ssb Only)

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT ■ Transmit filter width setting (SSB only) The transmit filter width for SSB mode can be se- lected from wide, middle and narrow. ➥ During USB or LSB mode selection, push and hold COMP [COMP] for 1 sec. several times to select the (MF6) desired transmit filter width from wide, middle and narrow.

  • Page 114: Split Frequency Operation

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT ■ Split frequency operation Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and receive in the same mode on two different frequen- cies. Split frequency operation is performed using 2 frequencies 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 115: Quick Split Function

    FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT ■ Quick split function When you find a DX station, an important considera- tion is how to set the split frequency. When you push and hold the SPLIT switch for 1 sec., split frequency operation is turned ON and the transmit frequency is equalized to the received fre- quency.
  • Page 117 VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS Section ■ About digital voice recorder .............. 7-2 ■ Recording a received audio ............... 7-3 D Basic recording ................7-3 D One-touch recording ..............7-3 ■ Playing the recorded audio ............... 7-4 D Basic playing ................7-4 D One-touch playing ................

  • Page 118: Voice Recorder Functions

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS ■ About digital voice recorder The IC-7700 has digital voice memories, up to 4 mes- sages for transmit, and up to 20 messages for re- ceive. A maximum message length of 30 sec. can be re- corded into receive memory (total message length for all channels of up to 209 sec.) and a total message...

  • Page 119: Recording A Received Audio

    ■ Recording a received audio Up to 20 receive voice memories are available in the IC-7700. A total of 209 sec. of audio can be recorded in receive messages. However, the maximum recordable length of a single message is 30 sec.

  • Page 120: Playing The Recorded Audio

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

  • Page 121: Protect The Recorded Contents

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS ■ Protect the recorded contents The protect function is available to protect the recorded contents from accidental erasure, such as over-writing, etc. q Call up the voice recorder screen, RX memory. w Push [Y] or [Z] to select the desired voice message.

  • Page 122: Recording A Message For Transmit

    To transmit a message using the voice recorder, record the desired message in advance as described below. The IC-7700 has digital voice memories for transmis- sion, up to 4 messages and a total message length of up to 99 sec. can be recorded.

  • Page 123: Programming A Memory Name

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS ■ Programming a memory name Memory messages 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 124: Sending A Recorded Message

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS ■ Sending a recorded message q Push several times to close a multi-func- EXIT/SET tion screen, if necessary. w Select a phone mode by pushing AM/FM e Push [VOICE] to call up the voice recorder screen. • If the receive voice message appears, push [T/R] to select TX message (T1–T4).

  • Page 125: Voice Set Mode

    VOICE RECORDER FUNCTIONS ■ 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 [VOICE] to call up the voice recorder screen.

  • Page 126: D Saving The Received Audio Memory

    ■ Saving a voice message into the USB-Memory D Saving the received audio memory The recorded RX memory contents can be saved into The USB-Memory is not supplied by Icom. the USB-Memory. q During voice recorder RX memory screen display,...

  • Page 127: Memory Operation

    MEMORY OPERATION Section ■ Memory channels ................8-2 ■ Memory channel selection ..............8-2 D Using the keys ............8-2 ∫ √ D Using the keypad ................8-2 ■ Memory channel programming ............8-3 D Programming in VFO mode ............8-3 D Programming in memory mode ............

  • Page 128: Memory Channels

    MEMORY OPERATION ■ 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 tuneable which means the programmed frequency can be tuned temporarily with the main dial, etc. in memory mode. MEMORY MEMORY TRANSFER...

  • Page 129: Memory Channel Programming

    MEMORY OPERATION ■ Memory channel programming Memory channel programming can be preformed ei- ther in VFO mode or in memory mode. D Programming in VFO mode q Set the desired frequency, operating mode and fil- ter width in VFO mode. ∫...

  • Page 130: Frequency Transfers

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

  • Page 131: Memory List Screen

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

  • Page 132: Memory Names

    MEMORY OPERATION ■ 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 133: Memo Pads

    MEMORY OPERATION ■ 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 135: Scans

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

  • Page 136: Scan Types

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

  • Page 137: Voice Squelch Control Function

    SCANS ■ 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 trans- ceiver checks received signals for voice components. If a received signal includes voice components, and the tone of the voice components changes within 1 sec., scan pauses (or stops).

  • Page 138: Programmed Scan Operation

    SCANS ■ Programmed scan operation q Push several times to close a multi-func- EXIT/SET 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 [SCAN] to select the scan screen.

  • Page 139: Fine Programmed Scan/Fine ∂F Scan

    SCANS ■ 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 several times to close a multi-func- EXIT/SET...

  • Page 140: Memory Scan Operation

    SCANS ■ Memory scan operation q Push several times to close a multi-func- EXIT/SET tion screen, if necessary. w Select memory mode. e Push [SCAN] to select the scan screen. r Set [SQL] open or closed. • See page 9-2 for squelch condition. t Push [MEMO] to start the memory scan.

  • Page 141: Setting Select Memory Channels

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

  • Page 142: Tone Scan

    SCANS ■ Tone scan The transceiver can detect subaudible tones in a received signal. By monitoring a signal that is being transmitted on a repeater input frequency, you can determine the tone frequency required to access the repeater. q Set the desired frequency or memory channel to T-SCAN be checked for a tone frequency.

  • Page 143: Antenna Tuner Operation

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION Section ■ Antenna connection and selection ..........10-2 ■ Antenna memory settings ............... 10-3 D Antenna type selection ............... 10-3 D Temporary memory ..............10-4 D Antenna selection mode ............. 10-4 D Receive antenna I/O setting ............10-5 ■...

  • Page 144: Antenna Connection And Selection

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION ■ Antenna connection and selection The IC-7700 has 4 antenna connectors for the HF/ 50 MHz bands, [ANT1], [ANT2], [ANT3], and [ANT4]. For each operating band the IC-7700 covers, there is a band memory which memorizes the selected antenna.

  • Page 145: Antenna Memory Settings

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION ■ Antenna memory settings This function stores the antenna connector number for each frequency band. EXIT/SET q Push several times to close multi-function Band keys screen, if necessary. w Push and hold [ANT] for 1 sec. to select an- (MF1) tenna set screen.

  • Page 146: D Temporary Memory

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION ■ Antenna memory settings (continued) 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 [TEMP-M] to turn the temporary mem- ory ON or OFF.

  • Page 147: D Receive Antenna I/O Setting

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION D Receive antenna I/O setting In the default setting, receive antenna connectors, [RX ANT-IN] and [RX ANT-OUT], on the rear panel are deactivated and are connected internally by the switching relay. If you want to connect an external preamp or low-pass filter between the [RX ANT-IN] and [RX ANT-OUT], you must activate them as de- scribed below.

  • Page 148: Antenna Tuner Operation

    ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION ■ 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 settings are memorized as a preset point for each frequency range (100 kHz steps). Therefore, when you change the frequency range, the variable capacitors are automatically preset to the memorized setting.

  • Page 149: 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-7700’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 151: Clock And Timers

    CLOCK AND TIMERS Section ■ Time set mode ................11-2 ■ Daily timer setting ................11-3 ■ Setting sleep timer ................11-4 ■ Timer operation ................11-4 11-1...

  • Page 152: Time Set Mode

    CLOCK AND TIMERS ■ Time set mode The IC-7700 has a built-in calendar and 24-hour EDIT clock (accuracy ±75 sec. per month) with daily power Symbol ON/OFF timer functions. Before operating these timer functions, set the current date and time.

  • Page 153: Daily Timer Setting

    CLOCK AND TIMERS ■ Daily timer setting The transceiver turns power ON and/or OFF automat- ically on the specified day and time, with the specified frequency settings. q Push several times to close multi-function EXIT/SET TIMER2 ≈ TIMER4 TIMER5 screen, if necessary. w Push and hold for 1 sec.

  • Page 154: Setting Sleep Timer

    CLOCK AND TIMERS ■ 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. The sleep timer function counts the ‘minute’ units, and does not count the ‘second’...

  • Page 155: Set Mode

    SET MODE Section ■ Set mode description ..............12-2 D Set mode operation ..............12-2 D Screen arrangement ..............12-3 ■ Level set mode ................12-4 ■ ACC set mode ................12-7 ■ Display set mode ................12-9 ■ Others set mode ................12-12 ■...

  • Page 156: Set Mode Description

    ■ Set mode description Set mode is used for programming infrequently changed values or conditions of functions. The IC-7700 has a level set mode, display set mode, time set mode, accessory set mode, others set mode and USB-Memory set menu.

  • Page 157: D Screen Arrangement

    SET MODE D Screen arrangement • Display set mode (p. 12-9) • Set mode menu screen (p. 12-2) • Time set mode (p. 11-2) • Level set mode (p. 12-4) • Others set mode (p. 12-12) • ACC set mode (p. 12-7) •...

  • Page 158: Level Set Mode

    SET MODE ■ Level set mode RX HPF/LPF – – – – – – – Sets the high-pass filter (100 Hz to 2000 Hz) and NOTE: When this setting is active, below 2 items low-pass filter (500 Hz to 2400) of the receive audio in 100 Hz steps in SSB mode.
  • Page 159 SET MODE ■ Level set mode (continued) RX HPF/LPF – – – – – – – Sets the high-pass filter (100 Hz to 2000 Hz) and low-pass filter (500 Hz to 2400) of the receive audio in 100 Hz steps in CW mode. (default: OFF) RTTY RX HPF/LPF –...

  • Page 160: Speech Level

    SET MODE ■ Level set mode (continued) SSB TBW (WIDE) 100 – 2900 Sets the transmission passband width to a wide Lower freq. : 100 (default), 200, 300 and 500 Hz setting by changing the lower and higher cut-off fre- Higher freq.

  • Page 161: Acc Set Mode

    SET MODE ■ ACC set mode ACC AF Output Level 50 % Sets the desired audio output level, output from • Outputs approx. 200 mV at 50% (default) setting. [ACC1], within 0 to 100% in 1% steps. 100 % S/PDIF Output Level Sets the desired output level of [S/P DIF], within 0 to 100% in 1% steps.
  • Page 162 Lead and MOSFET. (16 V DC/0.5 A max.; default) Select the suitable relay type when connecting a • MOS-FET: Use semiconductor type relay. non-Icom linear amplifier. (250 V/200 mA max.) External Meter Output Auto Selects the desired item for an external meter indica- •...

  • Page 163: Display Set Mode

    IC-7700. Turn the transceiver power OFF then ON to make the setting effective. • OFF : Not input/output the reference signal. (default) • OUT : Outputs the IC-7700 reference signal to externally connected equipment(s) for their reference. NOTE: If the applied reference signal is off-fre- quency, or no signal is applied with “IN”...
  • Page 164 SET MODE ■ Display set mode (continued) Meter Response Set meter needle response between SLOW, MID This setting is effective for the standard and edge- and FAST. (default: MID) wise meter type selections only. Meter Type (Normal Screen) Standard Selects the desired S/RF meter type during normal screen display from Standard, Edgewise and Bar.

  • Page 165: Screen Saver Function

    SET MODE ■ Display set mode (continued) Screen Saver Function 60min Turns the screen saver function ON (15, 30 or 60 The screen saver will activate when no operation is minutes) and OFF. (default: 60 min.) performed for the selected time period to protect the LCD from the “burn-in”...

  • Page 166: Others Set Mode

    SET MODE ■ Others set mode Calibration Marker 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. Beep (Confirmation) A beep sounds each time a switch is pushed to con- firm it.
  • Page 167 SET MODE ■ Others set mode (continued) Quick SPLIT When this item is set to ON, pushing and holding for 1 sec. sets the unselected VFO’s readout SPLIT frequency to the selected VFO’s readout frequency and activates split operation. (default: ON) See p.
  • Page 168 HIGH Selects the speech speed from HIGH (faster) and LOW (slower). (default: HIGH) SPEECH S-Level The IC-7700 speech processor can announce When “OFF” is selected, the signal level is not an- frequency, mode and signal level. Signal level an- nounced.

  • Page 169: Memopad Numbers

    SET MODE ■ Others set mode (continued) SPEECH [MODE] Switch Selects the operating mode speech capability when When “ON” is selected, the selected operating mode a mode switch is pushed; ON or OFF. is announced when a mode switch is pushed. (default: OFF) Memopad Numbers Sets the number of memo pad channels available.
  • Page 170 SET MODE ■ Others set mode (continued) SSB/CW Synchronous Tuning 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 audio pitch or •...
  • Page 171 Auto) controller. CI–V Address To distinguish equipment, each CI-V transceiver has When 2 or more IC-7700’s are connected to an op- its own Icom standard address in hexadecimal code. tional CT-17 , rotate the main v level converter The IC-7700’s address is 74h.
  • Page 172 IP Address (Valid after Reboot) 192. 168. Sets IP address for the IC-7700 when connecting to Turn the transceiver power OFF then ON to make your PC or LAN (Local Area Network) through the the setting effective. See p. 16-7 for details.

  • Page 173: Usb-Memory Set Menu

    • Setting load screen (p. 12-23) • Firmware update (p. 16-4) Updating the firmware is very risky. If you make a mistake, the IC-7700 may not operate properly, and repair at Icom Inc, (Japan) may be the only way to fix it.

  • Page 174: D Save Option Set Mode

    SET MODE D Save option set mode SAVE Contents Selects file save condition from All and Select. • All : Saves all the following contents. (default: All) • Select : Saves the selected contents only. Memory & Settings This setting is fixed “YES.” •...

  • Page 175: D Load Option Set Mode

    SET MODE D Load option set mode Load Contents Select Selects file load condition from All and Select. • All : Loads and sets the all following contents. (default: Select) • Select : Loads and sets the selected contents only. ANT Memory Selects the antenna memory setting loading condi- •...

  • Page 176: File Saving

    SET MODE ■ File saving Memory channel contents, set mode settings, etc. can be saved into the USB-Memory for backup. q Dur ing set mode menu screen display, push OPTION SAVE WIDE CANCEL [USB] to select USB-Memory set menu screen. w Push [SAVE] to select setting save screen.

  • Page 177: File Loading

    SET MODE ■ File loading By loading the saved setting file from the USB- Memory, you can easily set up another IC-7700—sev- eral operators settings can easily be applied to one IC-7700. q During set mode menu screen display, push...

  • Page 178: Changing A File Name

    SET MODE ■ Changing a file name The file name, saved in the USB-Memory, can be re- named from the transceiver as desired. q D u r i n g s e t t i n g s ave s c r e e n d i s p l ay, p u s h WIDE CANCEL [DIR/FILE]...

  • Page 179: Deleting A File

    SET MODE ■ Deleting a file RECOMMENDATION! Deleting the setting file is irreversible. Confirm the contents before deleting a setting file! q D u r i n g s e t t i n g s ave s c r e e n d i s p l ay, p u s h [DIR/FILE] to select tree view screen.

  • Page 180: Formatting The Usb-Memory

    SET MODE ■ Formatting the USB-Memory Saved data in the USB-Memory can be erased. IMPORTANT! Formatting erases all saved data in the USB-Memory. Making a backup file on your PC is recommended. q During USB-Memory set menu display, push and hold [FORMAT] for 1 sec.

  • Page 181: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Section ■ Troubleshooting ................13-2 D Transceiver power ............... 13-2 D Transmit and receive ..............13-2 D Scanning ..................13-3 D Display ..................13-3 D Format USB-Memory ..............13-3 ■ Main dial brake adjustment ............13-3 ■ SWR reading .................. 13-4 ■...

  • Page 182: Troubleshooting

    If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem or solve it through the use of this chart, contact your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center. D Transceiver power PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.

  • Page 183: D Scanning

    MAINTENANCE D Scanning PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF. Programmed scan does • Squelch is open. • Set [SQL] to the threshold point. p. 3-9 not stop. Programmed scan does • The same frequencies have been programmed • Program different frequencies in scan edge p.

  • Page 184: Swr Reading

    ∞ COMP 44 52V ■ Screen type and font selections 2 types of screen images and 5 types of frequency readout display fonts are available in the IC-7700. • Screen image example— q Push EXIT/SET several times to close multi-func-...

  • Page 185: Frequency Calibration (Approximate)

    WWV, WWVH, or other standard frequency signals. CAUTION: The IC-7700 has been thoroughly adjusted and tested at the factory before being shipped. You should not have to re-calibrate it. q Push to select USB mode.

  • Page 186: Opening The Transceiver's Case

    Remove 7 screws from the bottom, then lift up the bottom cover. ■ Clock backup battery replacement The IC-7700 has a Lithium backup battery (CR2032) inside for clock and timer functions. The usual life of the backup battery is approximately 2 years.

  • Page 187: Fuse Replacement

    MAINTENANCE ■ 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. RWARNING! DISCONNECT the AC power cable from the AC outlet before removing the transceiver’s cover.

  • Page 188: About Protection Indications

    MAINTENANCE ■ About protection indications The IC-7700 has a 2-step protection function to pro- tect the final power amplifiers. The protector monitors the power amplifier tempera- ture and activates when the temperature becomes extremely high. • Power down transmission Reduces the transmit output power to 100 W.

  • Page 189: Control Command

    CONTROL COMMAND Section ■ Remote jack (CI-V) information ............14-2 D CI-V connection example ............14-2 D Data format ................. 14-2 D Command table ................14-3 D Data contents description ............14-9 14-1...

  • Page 190: Remote Jack (Ci-V) Information

    9–15 V DC RS-232C port. The Icom Communications Interface-V (CI-V) controls the transceiver. Up to 4 Icom CI-V transceivers or receivers can be connected to a PC equipped with an RS-232C port. See pgs. 12-17, 12-18 for setting the CI-V condition ct- 17 using set mode.

  • Page 191: D Command Table

    CONTROL COMMAND D Command table Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description see p. 14-9 Send frequency data for transceive Send/read 10 Hz (1 Hz) tuning step see p. 14-9 Send mode data for transceive Send/read 100 Hz tuning step see p.
  • Page 192 CONTROL COMMAND D Command table (continued) Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description 0000 to Send/read [AGC] level Monitor function OFF 0255 (0000=max. CCW to 0255=max. CW) Monitor function ON 0000 to Send/read NB level VOX function OFF 0255 (0000=0%, 0255=100%) VOX function ON...
  • Page 193 CONTROL COMMAND D Command table (continued) Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description 05 0005 00 to 10 Send/read AM RX Tone (Bass) 05 0033 00 to 03 Send/read MOD input connector level (00 =–5 to 10=+5) during DATA1 (00=MIC;...
  • Page 194 CONTROL COMMAND D Command table (continued) Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description 05 0060 00/01 Send/read CLOCK2 function 05 0090 00/01 Send/read SSB/CW synchronous (00=OFF, 01=ON) tuning function (00=OFF, 01=ON) 0061 see p. 14-10 Send/read offset time for CLOCK2 0091 00/01 Send/read CW normal side set...
  • Page 195 CONTROL COMMAND D Command table (continued) Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description 05 0118 see p. 14-11 Send/read scope edge frequencies 05 0145 00/01 Send/read RTTY auto CR+LF by TX for 6.00 to 8.00 MHz band (00=OFF, 01=ON) 0119 see p.
  • Page 196 CONTROL COMMAND D Command table (continued) Cmd. Sub Cmd. Data Description 05 0178 00 to 02 Send/read antenna selection (00=OFF, 01=Manual, 02=Auto) 0179 00/01 Send/read usage for ANT2 (00=OFF, 01=TX/RX) 0180 00/01 Send/read usage for ANT3 (00=OFF, 01=TX/RX) 0181 00 to 02 Send/read usage for ANT4 (00=OFF, 01=TX/RX, 02= RX) 0182...

  • Page 197: D Data Contents Description

    CONTROL COMMAND D Data contents description • Operating frequency • Band stacking register Command : 00, 03, 05 Command : 1A 01 q Frequency band code Code Freq. band Frequency range (unit: MHz) 1.800000– 1.999999 3.400000– 4.099999 6.900000– 7.499999 9.900000–10.499999 13.900000–14.499999 17.900000–18.499999 20.900000–21.499999...
  • Page 198 CONTROL COMMAND D Data contents description (continued) • Clock 2 offset time setting • Character’s code— Alphabetical characters Command : 1A 05 0061 Character ASCII code Character ASCII code X X X XX a–z 61–7A — — Shift direction 00: + (plus) •...
  • Page 199 CONTROL COMMAND • Bandscope edge frequency setting • Repeater tone/tone squelch frequency setting Command : 1A 05 0115, 0116, 0117, 0118, 0119, 0120, 0121, 0122, 0123, 0124, Command : 1B 00, 1B 01 0125, 0126 X X X X X X X X X X X *Not necessary when setting a frequency.

  • Page 200: Specifications

    When the split setting is ON, these settings are the matching transmit settings. Even when the split setting is OFF, these settings are still necessay. Be sure the settings are compatible with the specifications of the IC-7700. q, w Memory channel number r–i Operating frequency setting...

  • Page 201: D Antenna Tuner

    SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS Section ■ Specifications ................. 15-2 D General ..................15-2 D Transmitter .................. 15-2 D Receiver ..................15-3 D Antenna tuner ................15-3 ■ Options ................... 15-4 15-1...

  • Page 202: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS ■ Specifications D General • Frequency coverage (unit: MHz) Receiver 0.030000–60.000000* Transmitter 1.800000–1.999999* , 3.500000–3.999999* 5.332000* , 5.348000* , 5.358500* , 5.373000* 5.405000* , 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 203: D Receiver

    SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS D Receiver • Receive system : Double conversion superheterodyne system • Intermediate frequencies 64.455 MHz 36 kHz • Sensitivity (typical) SSB, CW, RTTY (BW=2.4 kHz, 10 dB S/N) 0.100000– 1.799999 MHz 0.5 µV (Preamp 1 ON) 1.800000– 29.990000 MHz 0.16 µV (Preamp 1 ON) 50.000000–...

  • Page 204: Options

    Approved Icom optional equipment is designed for optimal performance when used with an Icom transceiver. Icom is not responsible for the destruction or damage to an Icom transceiver in the event the Icom transceiver is used with equipment that is not manufactured or approved by Icom.

  • Page 205: Updating The Firmware

    UPDATING THE FIRMWARE Section ■ General ................... 16-2 ■ Caution ................... 16-2 ■ Preparation ..................16-3 D Firmware and firm utility ............. 16-3 D File downloading ............... 16-3 ■ Firmware update— USB-Memory ..........16-4 ■ Firmware update— PC ..............16-6 D Connections ................

  • Page 206: General

    UPDATING THE FIRMWARE ■ General The IC-7700’s firmware can be updated if desired. By updating the firmware, new function(s) can be added and the improvement of performance parameters can be obtained. 2 methods of firmware update are available: one uses At least one available USB (2.0 or 1.1) port is...

  • Page 207: Preparation

    Access the following URL. http://www.icom.co.jp/world/index.html w Click [Support] button. e Click “Firmware Updates/Software Downloads” link then click the firmware file link. r Click the desired firmware file link in IC-7700 group. t Read “Regarding this Download Service” carefully, then click [AGREE]. Read carefully Click y Click [Save] in the displayed File Download dialog.

  • Page 208: Firmware Update- Usb-Memory

    ■ Firmware update— USB-Memory When updating the firmware with the USB-Memory, no IP address or subnet mask settings are necessary. q Copy the downloaded firmware data into the USB- Memory (“IC-7700” folder). FIRM UP √ CANCEL • The USB-Memory must have been formatted by the IC-7700.
  • Page 209 !5 Read the precaution carefully, and then push [OK] • Return to USB-Memory set menu. !6 Push to turn the IC-7700 power OFF, then POWER ON again. !7 Depending on the update, one or two dialog boxes SCOPE-DSP UPDATING...

  • Page 210: Firmware Update- Pc

    UPDATING THE FIRMWARE ■ Firmware update — PC D Connections Connect the IC-7700 and the PC through a LAN (Local Area Network) as follows. Hub/Router* Ethernet cable* to crossover port × × × × (Patch cable) to WAN /Internet network...

  • Page 211: D Ip Address Setting

    IMPORTANT! A fixed (static) IP address is used for the IC-7700. When you connect the IC-7700 to a LAN, ask the network manager about a usable/assignable IP address and the subnet mask in advance.

  • Page 212: D Updating From A Pc

    Firm Utility ===CAUTION=== Updating the firmware is very risky. If you make a mistake, the IC-7700 may not operate properly, and repair at Icom Inc.(Japan) may be the only way to fix it. You undertake the updating of the firmware at you own risk and responsibility, Please refer to the firmware download homepage and/or the instruction manual for the correct procedures in updating the firmware.
  • Page 213 Turn the IC-7700 power OFF, then ON again with [POWER] switch. !1 Push to turn the IC-7700 power OFF, then After turning the power ON, the IC-7700 will work with the updated firmware. POWER ON again. The sub CPU and/or DSP firmware update will start automatically depending on the updated contents, and this will take approx.

  • Page 215: Installation Notes

    Analysis of such installations is best considered in association with published guidance notes such as the FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edition 97-01 Versions of the IC-7700 which display the and its annexes relative to amateur transmitter instal- “CE” symbol on the serial number label, lations.
  • Page 216 ABOUT CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Icom Inc. Japan 1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan Kind of equipment: HF/50 MHz ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER RoHS Directive Declare on our sole responsibility that this i 7700 Type-designation: equipment complies with the restriction of...
  • Page 217 Please record the serial number of your IC-7700 transceiver below for future servicing reference: Serial Number Date of purchase Place where purchased :...
  • Page 218 IC-7700 <Intended Country of Use> #13 (Europe-01) ■ AT ■ BE ■ CY ■ CZ ■ DK ■ EE ■ FI FR ■ DE ■ GR ■ HU ■ ■ LV ■ LT ■ LU ■ MT ■ NL ■...

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