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INSTRUCTION MANUAL HF TRANSCEIVER i78 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL HF TRANSCEIVER i78 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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... any liquids. Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle's engine. Make sure the transceiver power is OFF, the vehicle's battery will soon become hot when operating the transceiver continuously for long periods.... During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiver and microphone as far away as a 24 V battery, to the transceiver if left there for the IC-78. Be aware that temperatures on top of the transceiver. AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting anything on a ...
... any liquids. Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the transceiver without running the vehicle's engine. Make sure the transceiver power is OFF, the vehicle's battery will soon become hot when operating the transceiver continuously for long periods.... During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiver and microphone as far away as a 24 V battery, to the transceiver if left there for the IC-78. Be aware that temperatures on top of the transceiver. AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting anything on a ...
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...FEATURES 34- 36 s Instruction 34 s VFO operation 34 s 2-Tone alarm operation 36 7 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ........ 37- 38 s Opening the transceiver's case 37 s Optional bracket and carrying handle 37 s CR-338 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT ......... 38 s Optional IF filters 38 8 MAINTENANCE...Resetting the CPU 40 9 REMOTE JACK INFORMATION 41- 42 s CI-V remote control 41 s Data cloning between transceivers 42 10 SPECIFICATIONS 43 12 OPTIONS 44- 45 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES The transceiver comes with the following accessories. q DC power cable 1 w Hand microphone (HM-36 1 e Fuse ...
...FEATURES 34- 36 s Instruction 34 s VFO operation 34 s 2-Tone alarm operation 36 7 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS ........ 37- 38 s Opening the transceiver's case 37 s Optional bracket and carrying handle 37 s CR-338 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT ......... 38 s Optional IF filters 38 8 MAINTENANCE...Resetting the CPU 40 9 REMOTE JACK INFORMATION 41- 42 s CI-V remote control 41 s Data cloning between transceivers 42 10 SPECIFICATIONS 43 12 OPTIONS 44- 45 SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES The transceiver comes with the following accessories. q DC power cable 1 w Hand microphone (HM-36 1 e Fuse ...
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...ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] Connects to ground. 5 y ACCESSORY SOCKET [ACC] (p. 6) Enables connection to activate the internal electronic keyer. •Selection between transceivers. u ELECTRONIC KEYER JACK [KEY] Accepts a paddle to external equipment such as a linear amplifier. • Max. o SEND CONTROL JACK [...SEND] Goes to ground while transmitting to control external equipment such as a TNC for remote operation of a non-Icom linear amplifier. When connecting (⊕) a straight key Rear panel view e TUNER CONTROL SOCKET [TUNER] (p. 11) ...
...ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] Connects to ground. 5 y ACCESSORY SOCKET [ACC] (p. 6) Enables connection to activate the internal electronic keyer. •Selection between transceivers. u ELECTRONIC KEYER JACK [KEY] Accepts a paddle to external equipment such as a linear amplifier. • Max. o SEND CONTROL JACK [...SEND] Goes to ground while transmitting to control external equipment such as a TNC for remote operation of a non-Icom linear amplifier. When connecting (⊕) a straight key Rear panel view e TUNER CONTROL SOCKET [TUNER] (p. 11) ...
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... (TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) and other electro-magnetic sources. Of course, the transmission line should be increased out-of the transceiver has an adjustable stand for transmitting even when using a lightning arrestor. Strip the cable jacket and soft solder. 10 mm Soft ... included with output power and sensitivity. s Selecting a location Select a location for your desired band. CAUTION: Protect your operating conditions. The IC-78 has an SWR meter to a gas or electric pipe, since the connection could cause an explosion or electric shock. 8 For a description ...
... (TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) and other electro-magnetic sources. Of course, the transmission line should be increased out-of the transceiver has an adjustable stand for transmitting even when using a lightning arrestor. Strip the cable jacket and soft solder. 10 mm Soft ... included with output power and sensitivity. s Selecting a location Select a location for your desired band. CAUTION: Protect your operating conditions. The IC-78 has an SWR meter to a gas or electric pipe, since the connection could cause an explosion or electric shock. 8 For a description ...
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ACC SOCKETS (p. 6) [SEND], [ALC] Used for computer control and transceive operation, and cloning operation between transceivers. s Advanced connections • Front panel 3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS MIC The AFSK modulation signal can be input from [MIC]. (p. 25) PWR HEADPHONES • Rear panel AT-120, AT-130, or AH-4 (p. 44) with AH-2b or long wire ANTENNA Connects a linear amplifier, etc. [REMOTE] (pgs. 41, 42) Used for connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier. EXTERNAL SPEAKER (p. 44) SP-21, etc. 11
ACC SOCKETS (p. 6) [SEND], [ALC] Used for computer control and transceive operation, and cloning operation between transceivers. s Advanced connections • Front panel 3 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS MIC The AFSK modulation signal can be input from [MIC]. (p. 25) PWR HEADPHONES • Rear panel AT-120, AT-130, or AH-4 (p. 44) with AH-2b or long wire ANTENNA Connects a linear amplifier, etc. [REMOTE] (pgs. 41, 42) Used for connecting a non-Icom linear amplifier. EXTERNAL SPEAKER (p. 44) SP-21, etc. 11
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selecting channel 8 Push Push Blinks • Example 2- 4 OPERATION s Selecting a channel The transceiver has 99 memory channels. This is selected, " " appears. • Example 1- This way is convenient for remembering the usage and stored channel number, or when changing ...
selecting channel 8 Push Push Blinks • Example 2- 4 OPERATION s Selecting a channel The transceiver has 99 memory channels. This is selected, " " appears. • Example 1- This way is convenient for remembering the usage and stored channel number, or when changing ...
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4 OPERATION ï Microphone compressor IC-78 has a built-in quick set mode. • Push [SET] for 1 sec. gain. (p.16) • Be sure the mic gain is activated. ï VOX operation The ... set mode. • Push [∫ UP]/[√ DN] one or more times to select "AN VOX" u If the receive audio from the speaker switches the transceiver to transmit during receive, adjust the "ANTI-VOX" to select "VOX Delay" t While speaking into your transmitted voice may be distorted. • "COM" indicator appears...
4 OPERATION ï Microphone compressor IC-78 has a built-in quick set mode. • Push [SET] for 1 sec. gain. (p.16) • Be sure the mic gain is activated. ï VOX operation The ... set mode. • Push [∫ UP]/[√ DN] one or more times to select "AN VOX" u If the receive audio from the speaker switches the transceiver to transmit during receive, adjust the "ANTI-VOX" to select "VOX Delay" t While speaking into your transmitted voice may be distorted. • "COM" indicator appears...
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...without an antenna wire. w Push [TUNER] to re-tune the antenna before tuning may damage the transceiver. Transmitting before transmitting when you change the frequency- tenna wire is required for installation and antenna connection ...constantly when tuning is completed. (except when AT-120 is connected, the indicator disappears even when tuned completely.) the transceiver directly. starts tuning again when AT120 or AT-130 is ungrounded. the indicator goes out) • When the connected...The AT-120, AT-130 or AH-4 matches the IC-78 to select [TUNER]. y Push [PWR] for 1 sec.
...without an antenna wire. w Push [TUNER] to re-tune the antenna before tuning may damage the transceiver. Transmitting before transmitting when you change the frequency- tenna wire is required for installation and antenna connection ...constantly when tuning is completed. (except when AT-120 is connected, the indicator disappears even when tuned completely.) the transceiver directly. starts tuning again when AT120 or AT-130 is ungrounded. the indicator goes out) • When the connected...The AT-120, AT-130 or AH-4 matches the IC-78 to select [TUNER]. y Push [PWR] for 1 sec.
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...of programmable memory channels from 1 to 99. on " when operating the transceiver with the IC-78 connected to other Icom HF transceivers or receivers. The default is possible with the IC-735. The default is 62. • CI-V Transceive Transceive operation is 99. • CI-V baud rate Sets the data transfer rate...8226; 13 : When AT-130 is connected. When 2 or more IC-78s are connected to an optional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER, rotate the main dial to select a different address for each CI-V transceiver has its own Icom standard address in the range 01H to 4 bytes. • This...
...of programmable memory channels from 1 to 99. on " when operating the transceiver with the IC-78 connected to other Icom HF transceivers or receivers. The default is possible with the IC-735. The default is 62. • CI-V Transceive Transceive operation is 99. • CI-V baud rate Sets the data transfer rate...8226; 13 : When AT-130 is connected. When 2 or more IC-78s are connected to an optional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER, rotate the main dial to select a different address for each CI-V transceiver has its own Icom standard address in the range 01H to 4 bytes. • This...
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... the most convenient way when searching for 1 sec. • VFO indicator appears. • In the VFO mode, channel comment cannot be indicated. [FC] D Tuning The transceiver has several ways of the IC-78.
... the most convenient way when searching for 1 sec. • VFO indicator appears. • In the VFO mode, channel comment cannot be indicated. [FC] D Tuning The transceiver has several ways of the IC-78.
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... 5 screws from the sides, then lift up the top cover. Select an area to install the radio under a table, on the transceiver. CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable from the IC-78 before performing any work on a wall, in mind that the weight of electric shock and/or equipment damage. Otherwise, there is...
... 5 screws from the sides, then lift up the top cover. Select an area to install the radio under a table, on the transceiver. CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable from the IC-78 before performing any work on a wall, in mind that the weight of electric shock and/or equipment damage. Otherwise, there is...
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... unit). w Disconnect W2 from J4401 (MAIN unit) and W3 from J401 (MAIN unit), then remove the PLL unit. You can install 1 filter for the IC-78. w Remove 7 screws, connection cable p1 from J1, p5 from J701, W4 from J4101 and W5 from J4001 and 2 Tr-clampers as shown in the diagram... replace with the CR-338. 7 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS s CR-338 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT By installing the CR-338, the total frequency stability of the transceiver will not function properly. 38 e Install the desired 455 KHz filter as shown on the p. 48.
... unit). w Disconnect W2 from J4401 (MAIN unit) and W3 from J401 (MAIN unit), then remove the PLL unit. You can install 1 filter for the IC-78. w Remove 7 screws, connection cable p1 from J1, p5 from J701, W4 from J4101 and W5 from J4001 and 2 Tr-clampers as shown in the diagram... replace with the CR-338. 7 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS s CR-338 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT By installing the CR-338, the total frequency stability of the transceiver will not function properly. 38 e Install the desired 455 KHz filter as shown on the p. 48.
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...displayed channel • The dial lock function is blown. p. 28 TRANSMIT DISPLAY 39 If you correct problems which opens p. 15 the squelch. • The transceiver is in set mode. on when the [PWR] • Fuse is activated. SOLUTION REF. • Re-connect the DC power cable correctly. operating ...Microphone is too close to your mouth. • Speak into the microphone naturally and p. 15 do not hold the microphone too close to your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center. Sensitivity is too low, • The antenna is se- • Push [MODE] to select the proper operat- 8 ...
...displayed channel • The dial lock function is blown. p. 28 TRANSMIT DISPLAY 39 If you correct problems which opens p. 15 the squelch. • The transceiver is in set mode. on when the [PWR] • Fuse is activated. SOLUTION REF. • Re-connect the DC power cable correctly. operating ...Microphone is too close to your mouth. • Speak into the microphone naturally and p. 15 do not hold the microphone too close to your nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center. Sensitivity is too low, • The antenna is se- • Push [MODE] to select the proper operat- 8 ...
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... [∫] Returns programmed values in the IC-78 through the circuitry fuse. e Replace the top cover. The IC-78 has 2 types of the problem, and replace the damaged fuse with a new, rated fuse. 8 MAINTENANCE s Fuse replacement If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, try to find ...the source of fuses installed for transceiver protection. • DC power ...
... [∫] Returns programmed values in the IC-78 through the circuitry fuse. e Replace the top cover. The IC-78 has 2 types of the problem, and replace the damaged fuse with a new, rated fuse. 8 MAINTENANCE s Fuse replacement If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, try to find ...the source of fuses installed for transceiver protection. • DC power ...
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... Interface-V (CI-V) controls the following data formats. Up to 4 Icom CI-V transceivers or receivers can be operated using set mode. • Data format The CI-V system can be connected through an optional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER ... entry End of message code (fixed) Preamble code (fixed) Controller's default address Transceiver's default address NG code (fixed) End of message code (fixed) 41 See p. 32 for setting the CI-V condition using the following functions of message code (fixed) IC-78 TO CONTROLLER q wert y u FE FE E0 62 Cn Sc Data area FD...
... Interface-V (CI-V) controls the following data formats. Up to 4 Icom CI-V transceivers or receivers can be operated using set mode. • Data format The CI-V system can be connected through an optional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER ... entry End of message code (fixed) Preamble code (fixed) Controller's default address Transceiver's default address NG code (fixed) End of message code (fixed) 41 See p. 32 for setting the CI-V condition using the following functions of message code (fixed) IC-78 TO CONTROLLER q wert y u FE FE E0 62 Cn Sc Data area FD...
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...cable to other IC-78. y Turn power OFF Daughter transceiver indication 42 t Push [TONE] of the IC-78s is useful when exactly the same setting of the master IC-78 to the other IC-78's [REMOTE] e While pushing [TXF] and [FC], turn the sub IC-78 power ON. Daughter transceiver indication •...Set mode Set memory Set memory channel Scan stop Memory scan start cloning. Master transceiver indicates "M". w Connects a mini-plug cable between transceivers • Data cloning The IC-78's data (programmed frequencies, channel comment, both quick and initial set mode conditions, ...
...cable to other IC-78. y Turn power OFF Daughter transceiver indication 42 t Push [TONE] of the IC-78s is useful when exactly the same setting of the master IC-78 to the other IC-78's [REMOTE] e While pushing [TXF] and [FC], turn the sub IC-78 power ON. Daughter transceiver indication •...Set mode Set memory Set memory channel Scan stop Memory scan start cloning. Master transceiver indicates "M". w Connects a mini-plug cable between transceivers • Data cloning The IC-78's data (programmed frequencies, channel comment, both quick and initial set mode conditions, ...
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...: 120 W AH-2b ANTENNA ELEMENT MN-100 ANTENNA MATCHER MN-100L ANTENNA MATCHER A 2.5 m long antenna element for base station operation. Match the transceiver to a dipole antenna. Height can connect to 30 MHz. 15 m×1 antenna wire comes attached. can be adjusted for your convenience. 4 audio ...filters; Covers all HF bands from 1.5 to 2 transceivers. • Input impedance: 8 Ω • Max. Has an SO-239 connector. 30 m (98.4 ft) coaxial cable with PL-259 connector is...
...: 120 W AH-2b ANTENNA ELEMENT MN-100 ANTENNA MATCHER MN-100L ANTENNA MATCHER A 2.5 m long antenna element for base station operation. Match the transceiver to a dipole antenna. Height can connect to 30 MHz. 15 m×1 antenna wire comes attached. can be adjusted for your convenience. 4 audio ...filters; Covers all HF bands from 1.5 to 2 transceivers. • Input impedance: 8 Ω • Max. Has an SO-239 connector. 30 m (98.4 ft) coaxial cable with PL-259 connector is...
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...station operation. HM-36 HAND MICROPHONE MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE IC-MB5 MOBILE MOUNTING BRACKET Hand microphone equipped with the AT-120, AT-130 and AH-4. CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER For remote transceiver control using a personal computer. Unidirectional, electret microphone for ...switches. Has [UP]/[DOWN] switches. You can change frequencies, operating mode, memory channels, etc. Carrying handle, convenient for simultaneous connection of 2 transceivers. Cable length: 10 m (32.8 ft) OPC-599 ADAPTER CABLE 13-pin, ACC connector to 7-pin + 8-pin ACC connector. 45 OPTIONS ...
...station operation. HM-36 HAND MICROPHONE MB-23 CARRYING HANDLE IC-MB5 MOBILE MOUNTING BRACKET Hand microphone equipped with the AT-120, AT-130 and AH-4. CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER For remote transceiver control using a personal computer. Unidirectional, electret microphone for ...switches. Has [UP]/[DOWN] switches. You can change frequencies, operating mode, memory channels, etc. Carrying handle, convenient for simultaneous connection of 2 transceivers. Cable length: 10 m (32.8 ft) OPC-599 ADAPTER CABLE 13-pin, ACC connector to 7-pin + 8-pin ACC connector. 45 OPTIONS ...