IC-80AD

IC-80AD Features

  • Monitor function to listen to a weak signal
  • 14 Variable tuning steps
  • Auto repeater function automatically turns on/off duplex operation and tone encoder
  • Weather channel receive with weather alert
  • 16 DTMF memory channels (24 digits)
  • Key lock function
  • 4 steps RF power selection (5W, 2.5W, 0.5W, 0.1W)
  • Drip-resistant construction, equivalent to IPX4
  • Auto power save, power off and power on
  • 10dB (approx.) built-in attenuator

The Handheld Companion to the ID-880H Mobile

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Switchable VHF/UHF dual bander

The IC-80AD provides VHF/UHF dual band capabilities (one band at a time) via a simple band switching system.

Wideband receiver

The IC-80AD has a wideband receiver as a standard feature and covers 0.495-999.99MHz. *Listen to aviation, marine, weather channels and other utility communications*.
*Receiver range depending on versions. See specifications page.

CS-80/880 free download cloning software

The CS-80/880 free download cloning software is available from the Icom web site. Used with this software, various settings can be made from a PC and the memory channels and other settings can be shared between IC-80AD and its matching mobile unit, the ID-880H. Please download from http://www.icom.co.jp/world/support/download/firm/.
*Either OPC-1529R, OPC-478 or OPC-478UC optional cable is required.

1052 memory channels

The IC-80AD has a total of 1052 memory channels (including 1000 regular channels, 50 scan edges and 2 call channels) with 26 memory banks. All memory channels and the program scan can be named with 8-character channel comments. Also each memory bank can be named with up to 6-character bank name comment.

Multiple scan function

The IC-80AD supports various scan types for maximum reception and ease of use

  • Full scan
  • Selected band scan
  • Programmed scan
  • Memory scan
  • Memory mode scan
  • All bank scan
  • Selected bank scan
  • Bank link scan (DMS)
  • Program scan link
  • Skip scan
  • Priority scan
  • Tone scan
  • Access repeater scan

Built-in CTCSS/DTCS encoder and decoder

Built-in CTCSS and DTCS tones are used for accessing a closed repeater or tone squelch operation. The pocket beep alerts you with a beep sound when the transceiver receives a preset tone. 1750Hz tone is also available.

Optional GPS speaker-microphone, HM-189GPS

When used with the new GPS speaker-microphone, HM-189GPS, the IC-80AD shows your position data on the display and offers a position reporting function in DV mode. The IC-80AD shows the direction to a memory position or to a received D-STAR station.

5 Watts (typical) output

The IC-80AD provides 5W (typical) output power both in VHF/UHF bands. The supplied BP-217 provides up to 6 hours* of operating time. When you don't need full power operation, you can reduce output power to 2.5/0.5/0.1W (typ.) for saving battery consumption
*Tx high: Rx: Stand-by duty ratio= 1 min.: 1min.: 8 min. Power save on.

External DC power jack

An external DC power jack allows for operation with an external DC power supply (10-16VA DC). When used with the DC power cable simultaneously operation during charging is possible.

Keypad navigation

The 4-direction cursor buttons on the keypad give you quick and intuitive access to many settings.

DSTAR Schematic

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
Weight (approximately) 357 g ; 12.6 oz
(With BP-306, antenna, MB-133)

 

 

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
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
Spurious response
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
70 dB typical
73 dBμ emf
50 dB typical
Intermodulation
DSC receiver (at 1% BER)
AIS receiver (at 20% PER)
70 dB typical
68 dBμ emf
50 dB typical
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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