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INSTRUCTION MANUAL HF/50 MHz TRANSCEIVER i7600
INSTRUCTION MANUAL HF/50 MHz TRANSCEIVER i7600
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...be determined by turning the equipment off and on front and rear panels ❍ Large LCD with LED backlight The transceiver comes with Icom's philosophy of +30 dBm (HF bands only) ❍ Built-in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful...High resolution spectrum scope- This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for making the IC-7600 your IC-7600. FOREWORD SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Thank you agree with the following accessories. We hope you for the IC-7600. FEATURES ❍ Ultimate receiver performance: third-order intercept (IP3) of "technology...
...be determined by turning the equipment off and on front and rear panels ❍ Large LCD with LED backlight The transceiver comes with Icom's philosophy of +30 dBm (HF bands only) ❍ Built-in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful...High resolution spectrum scope- This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for making the IC-7600 your IC-7600. FOREWORD SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES Thank you agree with the following accessories. We hope you for the IC-7600. FEATURES ❍ Ultimate receiver performance: third-order intercept (IP3) of "technology...
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...headset or other objects ceiver and microphone as far away as possible from 14 protrude into the transceiver or into connectors on the transceiver rear panel. ally desire to the IC-7600 may 10 [DC13.8V] socket on the the magnetic navigation compass to ceiver for advice. ... 11 CAUTION! ous indications. 15 CAUTION! CAUTION! NEVER put the transceiver in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use the trans- 16 CAUTION! This may result in your Icom DO NOT place the transceiver against continuous high volume operation. NEVER attach an antenna or internal antenna...
...headset or other objects ceiver and microphone as far away as possible from 14 protrude into the transceiver or into connectors on the transceiver rear panel. ally desire to the IC-7600 may 10 [DC13.8V] socket on the the magnetic navigation compass to ceiver for advice. ... 11 CAUTION! ous indications. 15 CAUTION! CAUTION! NEVER put the transceiver in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use the trans- 16 CAUTION! This may result in your Icom DO NOT place the transceiver against continuous high volume operation. NEVER attach an antenna or internal antenna...
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... file 142 ■ Unmounting USB-Memory 142 ■ Formatting the USB-Memory 143 11 MAINTENANCE 144−150 ■ Troubleshooting 144 D Transceiver power 144 D Transmit and receive 144 D Scanning 145 D Display 145 D Format USB-Memory 145 ■ Main dial brake adjustment 145 ...9632; SWR reading 146 ■ Screen type and font selections 146 ■ Frequency calibration (approximate 147 ■ Opening the transceiver's case 148 ■ Clock backup battery replacement 148 ■ Fuse replacement 149 D DC power cable fuse replacement 149 D Circuitry fuse ...
... file 142 ■ Unmounting USB-Memory 142 ■ Formatting the USB-Memory 143 11 MAINTENANCE 144−150 ■ Troubleshooting 144 D Transceiver power 144 D Transmit and receive 144 D Scanning 145 D Display 145 D Format USB-Memory 145 ■ Main dial brake adjustment 145 ...9632; SWR reading 146 ■ Screen type and font selections 146 ■ Frequency calibration (approximate 147 ■ Opening the transceiver's case 148 ■ Clock backup battery replacement 148 ■ Fuse replacement 149 D DC power cable fuse replacement 149 D Circuitry fuse ...
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...HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES...TIMER] (p. 30) While transceiver's power is OFF: ➥ Push to turn the transceiver power OFF. to turn the transceiver power ON. • ...straight key jack is OFF, the indicator on the rear panel. While transceiver's power is ON: ➥ Push momentarily to the memory data....of the transceiver's information and data. • The indicator above the connector lights or blinks when the transceiver reads or...timer indicator appears when the timer function is ON. (If the transceiver's power is located on this switch lights green when powered ON...
...HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES...TIMER] (p. 30) While transceiver's power is OFF: ➥ Push to turn the transceiver power OFF. to turn the transceiver power ON. • ...straight key jack is OFF, the indicator on the rear panel. While transceiver's power is ON: ➥ Push momentarily to the memory data....of the transceiver's information and data. • The indicator above the connector lights or blinks when the transceiver reads or...timer indicator appears when the timer function is ON. (If the transceiver's power is located on this switch lights green when powered ON...
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... to the [ANT1] or [ANT2] is used for transmitting only. When a transverter is in operations. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) !3 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX...
... to the [ANT1] or [ANT2] is used for transmitting only. When a transverter is in operations. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) !3 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX...
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1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) !7 !6 !5 !4 !8 !9 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX ...
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) !7 !6 !5 !4 !8 !9 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX ...
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... a key on the keypad to enter a numeric frequency. After entering, push to enter a memory channel. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) #0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX...
... a key on the keypad to enter a numeric frequency. After entering, push to enter a memory channel. 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) #0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX...
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...) Adjusts the receiver's IF filter passband width via the DSP. • Passband width and shift frequency are available. ✔ What is the notch function? This transceiver uses the DSP circuit for 1 sec. The PBT function electronically modifies the IF passband width to vary the ∂TX frequency. ➥ Push and hold...
...) Adjusts the receiver's IF filter passband width via the DSP. • Passband width and shift frequency are available. ✔ What is the notch function? This transceiver uses the DSP circuit for 1 sec. The PBT function electronically modifies the IF passband width to vary the ∂TX frequency. ➥ Push and hold...
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1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) $6 $7 $8 $9 %0 %1 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX ...
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION ■ Front panel (continued) $6 $7 $8 $9 %0 %1 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX ...
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...the supplied DC power cable. CAUTION: For Windows® XP/2000: NEVER install the USB driver into the PC before connecting the transceiver and PC using a USB cable until the USB driver installation has been completed. And the modulation input level from USB jack can be...shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems. w ANTENNA CONNECTOR 1 [ANT1] e ANTENNA CONNECTOR 2 [ANT2] (pgs. 17, 112) Accept a 50 ø antenna with another Icom CI-V transceiver or receiver. y C I-V REMOTE CONTROL JACK [REMOTE] (pgs. 151, 18) ➥ Connects a PC via the optional CT-17 ci-v level converter for external control...
...the supplied DC power cable. CAUTION: For Windows® XP/2000: NEVER install the USB driver into the PC before connecting the transceiver and PC using a USB cable until the USB driver installation has been completed. And the modulation input level from USB jack can be...shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems. w ANTENNA CONNECTOR 1 [ANT1] e ANTENNA CONNECTOR 2 [ANT2] (pgs. 17, 112) Accept a 50 ø antenna with another Icom CI-V transceiver or receiver. y C I-V REMOTE CONTROL JACK [REMOTE] (pgs. 151, 18) ➥ Connects a PC via the optional CT-17 ci-v level converter for external control...
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...transceiver through the GROUND Screw the coupling ring onto the connec- 10 terminal on your operating preference. tor body. For best results, connect a heavy gauge wire or strap 30 mm (9⁄8 in) 10 mm (3⁄8 in) 1-2 mm (1⁄16 in) 11 to monitor the antenna SWR contin- The IC-7600...a location For radio communications, the antenna is useful 15 to protect the final tran- i of critical importance, along with the IC-7600, see 'Supplied accessories' on and solder it. To prevent electrical shock, television interference 9 (TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) ...
...transceiver through the GROUND Screw the coupling ring onto the connec- 10 terminal on your operating preference. tor body. For best results, connect a heavy gauge wire or strap 30 mm (9⁄8 in) 10 mm (3⁄8 in) 1-2 mm (1⁄16 in) 11 to monitor the antenna SWR contin- The IC-7600...a location For radio communications, the antenna is useful 15 to protect the final tran- i of critical importance, along with the IC-7600, see 'Supplied accessories' on and solder it. To prevent electrical shock, television interference 9 (TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) ...
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Grounding prevents electrical shocks, TVI and other problems. STRAIGHT KEY 17 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Required connections D Front panel CW KEY TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX ...
Grounding prevents electrical shocks, TVI and other problems. STRAIGHT KEY 17 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ■ Required connections D Front panel CW KEY TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX ...
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...as well as "ANT 1/R" or "ANT 2/R." (p. 3) ACC SOCKETS 1, 2 EXTERNAL SPEAKER (pgs. 22, 24) (p. 161) [ALC], [SEND] (p. 21) Used for connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier. To [MIC] connector pin e EXTERNAL KEYPAD To [MIC] connector pin u 1.5k˘ ±5% 1.5k˘ 2.2k˘ 4.7k˘ ±5% ±5% ...preamp or lowpass filter. ANTENNA 1, 2 (p. 112) Connects a linear amplifier, antenna selector, etc. [X-VERTER] Connects a transverter for computer control and transceive operation. SP-23 (option) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 18 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz...
...as well as "ANT 1/R" or "ANT 2/R." (p. 3) ACC SOCKETS 1, 2 EXTERNAL SPEAKER (pgs. 22, 24) (p. 161) [ALC], [SEND] (p. 21) Used for connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier. To [MIC] connector pin e EXTERNAL KEYPAD To [MIC] connector pin u 1.5k˘ ±5% 1.5k˘ 2.2k˘ 4.7k˘ ±5% ±5% ...preamp or lowpass filter. ANTENNA 1, 2 (p. 112) Connects a linear amplifier, antenna selector, etc. [X-VERTER] Connects a transverter for computer control and transceive operation. SP-23 (option) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 18 TIMER POWER HF/50MHz...
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... is recommended before removing the USB-Memory* (p.142). A USB keyboard* or a USB hub* can be adjusted 0 to 5 V in ACC set mode. (p. 125) [USB] (B) When the transceiver is connected to a PC, a USB cable (third party) should be connected to the USB connector. * USB-Memory, USB keyboard and USB hub are not supplied...
... is recommended before removing the USB-Memory* (p.142). A USB keyboard* or a USB hub* can be adjusted 0 to 5 V in ACC set mode. (p. 125) [USB] (B) When the transceiver is connected to a PC, a USB cable (third party) should be connected to the USB connector. * USB-Memory, USB keyboard and USB hub are not supplied...
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...] switch is OFF. • Output voltage of the power source is 12-15 V when you use a non-Icom power supply. • DC power cable polarity is correct. at least 23 A +_ Transceiver AC cable Red GND 30 A fuses To DC power socket Black Supplied DC power cable ■ External antenna tuner... connection CONNECTING THE AH-4 The AH-4 must be connected to the diagrams below. Coaxial cable (from the AH-4) [ANT1] Transceiver Long wire or optional AH-2b GND [TUNER] Control cable GND AH-4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19...
...] switch is OFF. • Output voltage of the power source is 12-15 V when you use a non-Icom power supply. • DC power cable polarity is correct. at least 23 A +_ Transceiver AC cable Red GND 30 A fuses To DC power socket Black Supplied DC power cable ■ External antenna tuner... connection CONNECTING THE AH-4 The AH-4 must be connected to the diagrams below. Coaxial cable (from the AH-4) [ANT1] Transceiver Long wire or optional AH-2b GND [TUNER] Control cable GND AH-4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19...
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...). INPUT1 &9$*5&3 INPUT2 Coaxial cable* Connect [INPUT2] if necessary GND ANT1 ANT2 ACC 2 REMOTE GND IC-PW1/EURO AC outlet GND (Non-European versions : 100-120/220-240 V European version : 230 V) Transceiver *Purchase separately D Connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier Transceiver ANT1 To an antenna ALC 50 ø coaxial cable RF OUTPUT RF INPUT ALC SEND...
...). INPUT1 &9$*5&3 INPUT2 Coaxial cable* Connect [INPUT2] if necessary GND ANT1 ANT2 ACC 2 REMOTE GND IC-PW1/EURO AC outlet GND (Non-European versions : 100-120/220-240 V European version : 230 V) Transceiver *Purchase separately D Connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier Transceiver ANT1 To an antenna ALC 50 ø coaxial cable RF OUTPUT RF INPUT ALC SEND...
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... using a PC application RTTY RTTY OUTPUT Connect to the [USB] connector Connect a USB cable (third party's) between the transceiver's USB connector [USB] (B) on the rear panel and the PC. (p. 19) • Icom HP (http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/index.html) gives the USB driver and the installation guide download service. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10...
... using a PC application RTTY RTTY OUTPUT Connect to the [USB] connector Connect a USB cable (third party's) between the transceiver's USB connector [USB] (B) on the rear panel and the PC. (p. 19) • Icom HP (http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/index.html) gives the USB driver and the installation guide download service. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10...
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... is complete. e C hange the set mode to turn power ON. • The CPU is reset. • The CPU start-up takes approx. 5 sec. • The transceiver displays its initial VFO frequencies when resetting is OFF. clockwise CCW : Max. When any of indicators appear, turn power ON, then check the display. CW... complete by referring to turn them OFF if necessary. (See the appropriate page for details.) POWER MW F-INP ENT 25 CCW TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX...
... is complete. e C hange the set mode to turn power ON. • The CPU is reset. • The CPU start-up takes approx. 5 sec. • The transceiver displays its initial VFO frequencies when resetting is OFF. clockwise CCW : Max. When any of indicators appear, turn power ON, then check the display. CW... complete by referring to turn them OFF if necessary. (See the appropriate page for details.) POWER MW F-INP ENT 25 CCW TIMER POWER HF/50MHz TRANSCEIVER TRANSMIT PHONES TUNER MONITOR BAL NR ELEC-KEY NB NR AF RF/SQL MIC MIC GAIN RF POWER BK-IN DELAY KEY SPEED TX RX...
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...dial q P ush the desired band key on the keypad 1-3 times. • 3 different frequencies can be selected on each band with the keypad The transceiver has a keypad for 1 sec. e P ush [F-INP ENT] to deactivate the lock function. (p. 82) When "LOCK/SPEECH" is activated, the lock ...indicator lights, and the main dial does not function. 3 BASIC OPERATION ■ Frequency setting The transceiver has several tuning methods for convenient frequency tuning. If the dial lock function is selected in "[SPEECH/ LOCK] Switch" item in others set mode...
...dial q P ush the desired band key on the keypad 1-3 times. • 3 different frequencies can be selected on each band with the keypad The transceiver has a keypad for 1 sec. e P ush [F-INP ENT] to deactivate the lock function. (p. 82) When "LOCK/SPEECH" is activated, the lock ...indicator lights, and the main dial does not function. 3 BASIC OPERATION ■ Frequency setting The transceiver has several tuning methods for convenient frequency tuning. If the dial lock function is selected in "[SPEECH/ LOCK] Switch" item in others set mode...