IC-208H
IC-208H Features
- Built-in CTCSS and DTCS tone squelch
- Pocket beep and tone scan
- Selectable squelch delay
- FM narrow capability
- RF attenuator linked to the squelch control
- 16 DTMF memory channels (24 digits per channel)
- 9600bps data connector (mini DIN 6-pin)
- Auto repeater function*
- Weather channel with weather alert*
*U.S.A. version only
High Power Dual Bander with Wideband Receiver
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Powerful 55W/50W output power
Individual MOS-FET power amplifier modules supply the power for Icom's most powerful dual band mobile with 55W/50W (VHF/UHF). Stable power for long distance communications plus reduced power settings (15/5W) for local communications.
Wideband Receiver
See why Icom has a world renowned reputation for superb wideband receivers with the IC-208H. The IC-208H wideband receiver covers 118-173, 230-549 and 810-999MHz* as standard. Listen to your Amateur VHF/UHF bands, as well as aviation, marine, weather and other utility communications in a compact mobile package. Extends your mobile radio enjoyment!
* Excluding Cellular range.
Detachable front panel
Limited installation space is no problem with the IC-208H. The separation cable, OPC-600/R, is supplied with the radio allowing the compact remote control head* to be installed almost anywhere.
* 111 (W) × 40(H) × 26.3 (D) mm; 43.8 × 19.16 × 11.32 in.
500 alphanumeric memory channels
With this much memory, you can fill your IC-208H with your favorite frequencies and operation settings such as output power, tone, and more! Then name each memory channel with up to 6 characters for quick channel identification.
Improved Dynamic Memory Scan (DMS) system
The improved DMS system allows you to scan all the selected banks you want to scan by simply adding/deleting bank links with Icom's exclusive Bank Link system. Yet another convenient feature to make the IC-208H more practical radio.
User friendly design
The large multi-function tuning knob provides intuitive channel tuning or band hopping. The multicolor display lighting and backlit buttons adds a new "fun" dimension to operating the IC-208H.
HM-133 remote control microphone
The supplied HM-133 remote control microphone allows you to control almost every function of the IC-208H from the mic.
General
| Frequency range | Tx | 156.025–157.425 MHz |
|---|---|---|
| Rx | 156.050–163.275 MHz | |
| Rx (CH70) | 156.525 MHz | |
| RX (AIS) | 162.025 MHz | |
| Usable channel groups | INT, USA, CAN, WX channels | |
| Type of emission | 16K0G3E (FM), 16K0G2B (DSC), 16K0GXW (GMSK) | |
| Current drain (at 7.2 V DC) |
TX (6 W/1 W output) | 1500 mA/700 mA (approx.) |
| RX (Inter SP/Exter SP Max. audio) | 700 mA/350 mA (approx.) | |
| Operating temperature range | –20°C to +60°C; –4˚F to +140˚F | |
| Antenna impedance | 50 Ω | |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) (Projections not included) |
60.9 × 145.8 × 43.8 mm; 2.4 × 5.7 × 1.7 in |
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| Weight (approximately) | 357 g ; 12.6 oz (With BP-306, antenna, MB-133) |
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Transmitter
| Output power (Hi/Low) | 6 W/1 W | |
|---|---|---|
| Max. frequency deviation | ±5 kHz | |
| Frequency stability | ±10 ppm | |
| Spurious emissions | –68 dBc typical | |
Receiver
| Sensitivity (at 12 dB SINAD) DSC receiver (at 1% BER) AIS receiver (at 20% PER) |
0.25 μV typical –3 dBμ emf typical –107 dBm |
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|---|---|---|
| Squelch sensitivity (Threshold) | 0.25 μV typical | |
| Adjacent channel selectivity DSC receiver (at 1% BER) AIS receiver (at 20% PER) |
70 dB typical 73 dBμ emf 50 dB typical |
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| Spurious response DSC receiver (at 1% BER) AIS receiver (at 20% PER) |
70 dB typical 73 dBμ emf 50 dB typical |
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| Intermodulation DSC receiver (at 1% BER) AIS receiver (at 20% PER) |
70 dB typical 68 dBμ emf 50 dB typical |
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| Hum and noise | 40 dB | |
| Audio output power (at 10% distortion) |
Internal SP | 1500 mW typical (8 Ω load) |
| External SP | 350 mW typical (8 Ω load) | |
Measurements made in accordance with TIA/EIA-603. All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Applicable U.S. Military Specifications & IP Rating
| Standard | MIL-810 G | |
|---|---|---|
| Method | Procedure | |
| Low Pressure | 500.5 | I, II |
| High Temperature | 501.5 | I, II |
| Low Temperature | 502.5 | I, II |
| Temperature Shock | 503.5 | I-C |
| Solar Radiation | 505.5 | I |
| Rain Blowing/Drip | 506.5 | I, III |
| Humidity | 507.5 | II |
| Salt Fog | 509.5 | – |
| Dust Blowing | 510.5 | I |
| Immersion | 512.5 | I |
| Vibration | 514.6 | I |
| Shock | 516.6 | I, IV |
Also meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D, -E and -F.
| Ingress Protection Standards | |
|---|---|
| Water | IPX7 (Waterproof protection) |
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Supplied Accessories
- BP-306 battery pack
- BC-251 battery charger
- AC adapter*
- CP-26 cigarette lighter cable
- MB-133 belt clip
- Antenna
- Hand strap
* May differ depending on version





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