ICOM will be displaying a pre-release version of a very special HF Base Station in Tokyo this weekend, the IC-7850 HF/50MHz transceiver.

The IC-7850 'collectors piece' will be produced early in 2015 in very limited numbers approximately 150 units to celebrate Icom’s 50th Anniversary.

Based on the benchmark IC-7800 the IC-7850 will share many similarities with Icom’s current top of the range IC-7800.

Although using a similar layout, interface and platform, RF circuitry, parts of the logic sections and I/O interfaces have been improved. The receive circuit is also redesigned to have the best industry class 1st LO phase noise performance and the RMDR (Reciprocal Mixing Dynamic Range) performance now has a 20dB improvement over the IC-7800.

Cosmetically, the radio boasts gold colour dials, buttons and side strips, the front panel is finished in a stunning deep clear piano black and a special machined anodised aluminium black / gold tuning dial , to finish off each model carries a special 50th Anniversary serial number plaque on top with Mr Inoue’s signature.

Planned Features:

• Best in industry class 1st LO Phase noise figure (approximately 20dB improvement for 1 kHz offset)
• RMDR performance at 14.2MHz with 1kHz offset, CW Mode: 101dB (roofing filter: 3kHz, IF BW: 500Hz)
• Added USB ports/500kHz band compatibility

Further improvements over current IC-7800 functions and features are under consideration and will be confirmed later.

As this is such a special limited collector’s model, there will be great demand…so please contact your local Amateur radio dealer for more information and to secure your interest in this very special radio

Further details about this model will be posted on this website as soon as we have them.

Icom will be displaying a pre-release version of a very special HF Base Station in Tokyo this weekend, the IC-7850 HF/50MHz transceiver.

The IC-7850 'collectors piece' will be produced early in 2015 in very limited numbers to celebrate Icom’s 50th Anniversary.

Based on the benchmark IC-7800 the IC-7850 will share many similarities with Icom’s current top of the range IC-7800.

Although using a similar layout, interface and platform, RF circuitry, parts of the logic sections and I/O interfaces have been improved. The receive circuit is also redesigned to have the best industry class 1st LO phase noise performance and the RMDR (Reciprocal Mixing Dynamic Range) performance now has a 20dB improvement over the IC-7800.

Cosmetically, the radio boasts gold colour dials, buttons and side strips, the front panel is finished in a stunning deep clear piano black and a special machined anodised aluminium black / gold tuning dial , to finish off each model carries a special 50th Anniversary serial number plaque on top with Mr Inoue’s signature.

Planned Features:

• Best in industry class 1st LO Phase noise figure (approximately 20dB improvement for 1 kHz offset)
• RMDR performance at 14.2MHz with 1kHz offset, CW Mode: 101dB (roofing filter: 3kHz, IF BW: 500Hz)
• Added USB ports/500kHz band compatibility

Further improvements over current IC-7800 functions and features are under consideration and will be confirmed later.

As this is such a special limited collector’s model, there will be great demand…so please contact your local Amateur radio dealer for more information and to secure your interest in this very special radio

Further details about this model will be posted on this website as soon as we have them.

This exciting leading edge Transceiver is designed with ease of use in mind now packing an oversized back-lit touch panel display. At 1.7-inches the high resolution touch screen display provides loads of information through an easily navigable interface, providing stress-free operability and a high level of on-screen visibility for the FT2DR operator.

The FT2DR also is equipped with Yaesu’s versatile AMS (Automatic Mode Select) capability providing FM friendly digital communications that instantly recognizes either digital or FM analog communication and enables co-existance between the various modes. In addition, We have also included standard System Fusion features in the FT2DR to make it an ideal digital communication product for all Amateur Radio operators, such as (but not limited to): Snapshot with image data transmitting (requires MH-85A11U), Smart Navigation, Digital Group Monitor (GM) featuring position data and ID data transmitting during transmissions, and full support for the new and robust WiRES-X System.

The advanced FT2DR is loaded with various new features including: 700 mW of clear loud audio, Built-in High Sensitivity 66 ch GPS with antenna, 1200 bps / 9600 bps APRS® function, Dual watch (V/V, U/U/, V/U), Dual Monitor (C4FM Digital/C4FM Digital), GPS Logging/Recording capabilities, Water resistant (IPX5 Rating), microSD Card Slot, 2200mAh high capacity Li-Ion battery and Battery charger included as a standard supplied accessory.

We believe that the FT2DR Transceiver is one of the most important contributions to the System Fusion product line in – it is clear evidence of our determinded intent to constantly keep abreast of enhancing technology to bring to the System Fusion product line long into the future.

The new feature packed FT2DR will be available in Early 2015.

This device has not been approved by the F.C.C. This device may not be offered for sale or lease or be sold or leased until approval of the F.C.C. has been obtained. The information shown is preliminary and may be subject to change without notice or obligation.

More Info

HF/50MHz Transceiver - The Pinnacle of HF Perfection

1.2kHz "Optimum" roofing filter

The IC-7851 utilizes a newly developed 1.2kHz roofing filter, greatly improving the in-band adjacent signal performance. This enhancement enables the up-conversion design of the IC-7851 to have excellent filter performance while providing a dynamic range that outperforms the competition in the 10kHz or less separation tests.

New local oscillator design

Breaking tradition, Icom employs a Direct Digital Synthesizer (DDS) along with a Phase Locked Oscillator for the IC-7851’s Local Oscillator (LO). The LO's C/N ratio excels beyond our competitors, and the noise components generated in both receive and transmit signals are reduced virtually below detection.

LO C/N Characteristics Comparisons 1st LO @ 14.1MHz

Brand A premium model

Brand B premium model

IC-7851

 

Improved phase noise

With the latest design of the LO, the IC-7851 will become the new benchmark for Phase Noise with –150dBc/Hz at 10kHz offset and –140dBc/Hz even at 1kHz offset. (Previous mark of Phase Noise excellence was –138dBc/Hz at 10kHz offset and –110dBc/Hz at 1kHz offset.)

Phase Noise Characteristics 1st LO @ 14.1MHz

Brand A premium model

Improved spectrum scope

By using the dedicated DSP for the Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) spectrum scope, the IC-7851 provides faster sweep speeds and better accuracy than other brand models, even the IC-7800.

Span Width	5kHz–1000kHz
Resolution *1	1 dot *3
Sweep Speed	29.3 samples/Sec *4
Input Dynamic Range	116dB *5
Max. Sensitivity *2	–39dBµ *5

*1 Number of dots shown at 60dB level, when receiving a signal
*2 Recognized level at the Spectrum Waterfall
*3 SPAN=More than 20kHz, SPEED=Slow
*4 SPAN=Less than 20kHz, SPEED=Fast
*5 SPAN=5kHz, SPEED=Slow

Dual scope function

Another scope enhancement in the IC-7851 is the ability to simultaneously “see” activity in both bands. This is useful when searching for multipliers on the Sub band while maintaining your operating frequency on the Main band.

Photo below depicts dual scope example (vertically aligned)

Enhanced mouse operation for the spectrum scope

Connect a mouse to the USB port to change the operating frequency, tune the frequency, switch Fixed and Center mode, adjust the sweep speed and more. Also, simply click on a signal on the scope and the frequency is automatically selected as your operating frequency.

Photo to the right depicts specturm waterfall.

Other outstanding features

• Simplified RS-BA1 Remote Control
• Supports PSK63 as well as PSK31
• SD card slot for voice and data storage
• USB, Ethernet and S/P DIF Interfaces
• Enhanced Digital Voice Recorder
• Comfortable solid feel main dial
• Firmware updates can be made from an SD card or USB flash drive