Still working on the programming due to not being used to this radio. Being able to program your rig using a spreadsheetstyle of a user interface, albeit sometimes a bit primitive, can make your life so much easier. Connectivity is demonstrated to show how communications between the radio and pc can be implemented. It is the advanced successor of the popular ic 2725e, having the inherited features from the ic 2720h series such as vv, uu simultaneous receive capability, wideband receiver, independent tuning knobs and separate controller. And with that i bought an icom ic 2820h wo the digital components. At worse case, id buy it if i could download it somehow and not wait for a week. Once its stored, you may use the data as an archive to restore your own transceiver programming, or. Wcs2820 programming software only for the icom ic 2820 includes. We collect prices paid by real hams over the years to help you estimate the value of a used icom ic2820h. And with that i bought an icom ic2820h wo the digital components. Based on historic data, todays secondhand price of the icom ic2820h is around. The ic2820h has a total of 522 memory channels, 500 regular channels, 2 call channels and 20 scan edge channels. Icom ic2730a transceivers mobile dual band 2m70cm, ic2730a. Selecting the main band the ic 2820h displays 2 frequencies on the left and right now that you have your ic 2820h installed in your car or bands simultaneously.
Ftdi usb programming cable icom ic2820h ic80ad ice80d opc478. The icom ic2820h 2m440 dual bander has all the features you would expect and some you would not. Once its stored, you may use the data as an archive to restore your own transceiver programming, or clone the programming to another ic2820 via the pc. This feature will not be available in the radios menu unless you activate it, as. The ic2820 is a dual receive radio with a left and right side and set of keys and knobs. This cable addresses the radio via the speaker jack and at times can be more dependable than the data cable uebrts05 option that can have interference on the port from the continuous stream of gps data. Wcs2820 programming software only for the icom ic2820 includes. The audio quality is excellent and i really like that you can switch to low power for when i use my dvap on d star. I use thirdparty programming software which i found more capable than icom s. Ic2820h dual band fm transceiver features icom america. Microphones with circular connectors can also be used with adapter cable opc589 or the remoterig adapter cable.
Icom proudly announces the debut of the new dual band mobile transceiver, ic e2820. It is able to receive on one 70cm and transmit on the other 2m or vice versa. Compatible icom models windows usb cable driver provided. View and download icom ic2820h service manual online. Icom programming software guide quality twoway radios. If you own an icom dstar radio, you know how hard it is to. Many hams cannot seem to understand why some of us will swoon over dualband transceivers that cost hundreds more than simpler models, and insist on being able to listen on more than one frequency at a particular time often with two conversations blaring from the speakers at the same time. Are cheap power tool batteries better than dewalt 20v oem lithiums. Hm154hm154t hand microphone regular hand microphone.
Jan 23, 2016 this video demonstrates how to configure the cross band repeater function in the icom 2730 mobile transceiver. Its a shame that it increases the cost of your rig. I quickly found setting up crossband relatively easy thanks to the internet even though the ic 2820h users manual doesnt reference this. Buy your wcs2820 programming software and usbrts05 data cable for the icom ic2820 from. Icom cs2820 programmingcloning software cs2820 free. Buy your wcs2820 programming software and usbrts05 data cable for the icom ic 2820 from. Raccolta di info manuali di ricetrasmettitori frequenze materiale didattico ponti ripetitori. Icom put the gps antenna connector behind where the front panel fits and the same with the programming cable connector.
This video demonstrates how to configure the cross band repeater function in the icom 2730 mobile transceiver. The dynamic memory scan dms system divides these memories into 26 groups, a to z, and provides easy channel selection. Icom needs to make certain that users purchasing this transceiver cannot use it on dstar without the ut123 because this is not always clear. I use thirdparty programming software which i found more capable than icoms. Back to icom next mobile vhfuhf last modified 200901 icom ic 2820h specifications. I quickly found setting up crossband relatively easy thanks to the internet even though the ic2820h users manual doesnt reference this. Good day i would like to use remoterig with my ic2820h. Being able to program your rig using a spreadsheetstyle of a user interface, albeit. Ftdi usb programming cable icom icv8 icv80 icv80e icv85t. The icom ic2820h 2m440 dual bander has all the features you would expect. Each memory channel stores tone frequency, skip information and so on. Rt systems wcs2820 programming software makes it easy to manage memory channel information and other menu settings of the icom ic2820. Feb, 20 are cheap power tool batteries better than dewalt 20v oem lithiums.
We had 1 of this item in stock at the time of the last update. Icoms cs2820 programmingcloning software programs allow your icom ic2820 transceiver data to be transferred to, and stored on, your personal computer. The ic 2820h has a total of 522 memory channels, 500 regular channels, 2 call channels and 20 scan edge channels. Icom programming software allows users to set frequencies and functions within their icom radios. It is the advanced successor of the popular ic2725e, having the inherited features from the ic2720h series such as vv, uu simultaneous receive capability, wideband receiver, independent tuning. Wcs2820 programming software only for the icom ic2820. English language at160 using the at160 with the ic706mkii english language at500 at500 automatic antenna tuner modification english language at500 icom at500 tuner hint english language i290 icom i290 scan modification english language. The ic2730a employs a durable pa module and delivers 50 watts of clean stable power on both the vhf and uhf bands. Good day i would like to use remoterig with my ic 2820h. Icom is an outstanding, comprehensive radio manufacturer that produces radio communication equipment of all genres, from amateur radios to terrestrial, marine and avionics radios, as well as lte, wlan and satellite radios. Obviously none of the above are killer issues and the radio itself is exceptional so 4 out of 5. The rt systems wcs2820 radio programming system includes the rt systems wcs2820 programming software for the icom ic2820 radio and the rt systems usb29a cable.
Cs2820 cloning software for quick and easy programming of memories, etc. The active side is identified by a main icon in the top left corner of the active display. The icom ic 2820 is right up there with the kenwood tmd700a as being a swell radio to have. Serial port and map software nmea 0183 are required. Chirp is free, open source software thats used with a thirdparty programming cable. Same as supplied hand microphone control head mounting base dc power cable. Fyi, when i clone through the cs2820 software, it works fine and the radio displays the message clone end. The clone in progress bar on both chirp and the radio completes but after i cycle power on the radio it displays the message all clear and all my earlier programming is wiped and no new programming exists. Anyone know of a website or individual that has this software for sale or for free.
Wcs2820 programming software and usbrts05 data cable for t. Wcs2820 programming software for the icom ic2820 the wcs2820 programmer is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. We would and microphone operation apply only to the main band. View and download icom ic 2820h service manual online. Icom ic2820h basic operations these instructions are not a substitute for reading the manual note. Cs2820 icom cs2820 windows programming software for ic2820h. Icom proudly announces the debut of the new dual band mobile transceiver, ice2820. Im still having some trouble trying to program my ic2820h. Icom programming interface, icom pinout connector 1, icom pinout connector 2 programming software for icom ic706mkiig icom ic 706 mkiig ic706mkiig. Wcs2820 software program memories and other setting of the icom ic 2820 radio. Ut123 digitalgps unit provides dstar dv mode and gps capabilities. Does that mean, if you plan in using it mobile it might not work. Without the hm3 adapter pcbs you can use a simple icom mic like hm103, hm95 etc, but then you loose the functions on the mic buttons, but its not a big problem the functions can be controlled from the control panel also. Let us know what you traded it for and help other ham operators.
The split tone function allows you to set ctcss dtcs tones separately for repeater. Also know as icom cloning software, this software runs on your pc under the windows operating system. Our catalog is made up of various categories, including. The icom cloning software cs title that supports programming these radio. These instructions are not a substitute for reading the manual. However, transmission, some keys shack, you are probably anxious to get on the air. Personally, id like to know that the rig worked as designed. Windows programming software for ic2820h cs2820 software radio accessories ic2820h ic2820h. Wcs2820 programming software for the icom ic 2820 the wcs2820 programmer is designed to give you the ease and convenience of programming the memories and set menu options of your radio from your pc. Icom ic 2820h specifications amateur mobile transceivers ic 2820h specifications. Introduction this document is intended to provide insight and understanding on how an icom radio can be connected to a pc running common logging and operating ssb, digital software. Icom programming software guide icom software guide. I bought this with the dstar option and it has worked well for me.
I recommend getting the programming software and either build for less than a 20 or buy the cable. Selecting the main band the ic2820h displays 2 frequencies on the left and right now that you have your ic2820h installed in your car or bands simultaneously. Back to icom next mobile vhfuhf last modified 200901 icom ic2820h specifications. Icom ic2820h ic 2820 h ic2820h service manual and specs icom ice2820 ic e 2820 ice2820 service manual. Based on historic data, todays secondhand price of the icom ic 2820h is around. Jul 04, 2015 two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems. The icom ic2820 is right up there with the kenwood tmd700a as being a swell radio to have. The icom ic 2820h 2m440 dual bander has all the features you would expect and some you would not. Used as a base station only i have had few problems. Im sure ill enjoy it like all the other rt system software that i have. Rt systems makes commercial programming kits which include both software and a radiospecific cable.
Icom ic2820h specifications amateur mobile transceivers ic2820h specifications. Ftdi usb programming cable icom ide80d id880h opc478. Builtin 50 ctcss and 104 dtcs tones with split tone function. Ic2820h dual band fm transceiver options icom america. We collect prices paid by real hams over the years to help you estimate the value of a used icom ic 2820h. Usb programming cable for icom two way radio ic2200h 2820h ic208h opc478. The ctcss and dtcs tones are builtin for quiet standby and repeater access. I searched the forum and the website, and i dont see a definite yes or no as to whether this radio is supported. Yes this radio does have an extensive menu system which does require some learning but to me that lcom all part of the fun. Two of the big names in radio programming are chirp and rt systems.