IC-R6

IC-R6 Features:

  • Built-in audio low pass filter
  • ±1.0ppm high frequency stability (at 25°C)
  • Earphone cord antenna for AM aviation as well as FM broadcast
  • Ferrite bar antenna for AM broadcast
  • 150mW loud audio with internal speaker
  • DTCS and CTCSS tone squelch and reverse tone squelch
  • Priority watch function with priority beep function
  • Optional CT-17, CI-V level converter for remote control
  • PC programmable with optional CS-R6
  • Receiver-to-receiver cloning (optional OPC-474 required)
  • Auto power OFF (0.5–2 hours and end of busy signal)
  • Compact, drip-resistant construction
  • Duplex operation monitoring
  • Automatic LCD backlight
  • Dial speed acceleration
  • Built-in RF attenuator
  • Auto memory write scan stores the detected frequency, mode and tone into a specified memory
  • Reversible up/down buttons and dial knob for volume, frequency, memory channel, scan direction and set mode settings
  • Optional new tube earphone, SP-27
  • Weather channel receive with weather alert*

* U.S.A. version only

Category:

Wideband Signal "Search Machine"

The power of listening to the world in the palm of your hand is possible with the compact R6! Whether you are listening to a shortwave station, the local airport approach or ground communications, or simply scanning the various frequency ranges, the R6 offers the most frequency coverage for under $200.

RX Frequencies:

100kHz-1309.995MHz

Channels:

1300 with 22 memory banks

Versions:

Cellular frequencies blocked or unblocked

Colors:

Blocked version available in black, blue or red

Wideband Coverage

While the R6 receives an ultra wideband frequency range, the radio provides superior sensitivity and receiver characteristics, which are insusceptible to interference. Amateur stations, AM, FM, short wave broadcasts, TV audio* and a variety of utility communications can be caught and listened to.
*Frequency range depends on version. Analog TV audio only. Cannot decode digital TV audio.

Scanning Functions

With 1300 alphanumeric memory channels, 50 scan edges and 200 auto write memories, the R6 gives you flexible scanning. Use the bank link scan feature to choose from and connect any of the 22 memory banks.

The R6 can scan* 100 channels per second high speed. This superior scanning power allows the utmost efficiency when searching over 1300MHz of spectrum!
VFO mode scanning

Voice Squelch Control

The VSC opens the squelch only when a modulated signal is detected and ignores unmodulated beat noise. It is a handy feature for those listeners who are scanning for talk, news and music, but not data bursts or beacons.

Create Your Own Software

Did you know that the R6 is computer controllable? The R6 features open source control commands that allow users to write their own software. Even more, software developers can build their own R6 interface!

Find out how you can program your IC-R6 now!

Other Features

  • Built-in audio low pass filter
  • ±1.0ppm high frequency stability (at 25°C)
  • Earphone cord antenna for AM broadcast
  • Ferrite bar antenna for AM broadcast
  • 150mW loud audio with internal speaker
  • DTCS and CTCSS tone squelch and reverse tone squelch
  • Priority watch function with priority beep function
  • Auto power OFF (0.5-2 hours and end of busy signal)
  • Compact, dip-resistant construction
  • Duplex operation monitoring
  • Automatic LCD backlight
  • Dial speed acceleration
  • Built-in RF attenuator
  • Auto memory write scan stores the detected frequency, mode and tone into a specified memory
  • Reversible up/down buttons and dial knob for volume, frequency, memory channel, scan direction and set mode settings
  • Weather channel receive with weather alert

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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