INSTRUCTION MANUAL

HF/VHF
ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER

i7400
 FOREWORD PRECAUTIONS
We understand that you have a choice of many differ- R WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE! NEVER attach an
ent radios in the market place. We want to take a cou- antenna or internal antenna connector during transmis-
ple of moments of your time to thank you for making sion. This may result in an electrical shock or burn.
the IC-7400 your radio of choice, and hope you agree R NEVER apply AC to the [DC13.8V] jack on the trans-
with Icom’s philosophy of “technology first". Many ceiver rear panel. This could cause a fire or ruin the trans-
hours of research and development went into the de- ceiver.
sign of your IC-7400. R NEVER apply more than 16 V DC, such as a 24 V
battery, to the [DC13.8V] jack on the transceiver rear
FEATURES panel. This could cause a fire or ruin the transceiver.
• 32-bit Floating point DSP and 24-bit AD/DA converter R NEVER let metal, wire or other objects touch any in-
• DSP IF Filter creates 102 types of filter ternal part or connectors on the rear panel of the trans-
ceiver. This may result in an electric shock.
• All mode capability covering 160–2 m
NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any liq-
• 100 Watt continuous duty cycle
uids.
• All mode digital modulation and demodulation
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with tem-
• RTTY demodulator and decoder peratures below –10°C (+14°F) or above +60°C (+140°F).
• Twin Pass Band Tuning Be aware that temperatures on a vehicle’s dashboard can
• RF speech compression with selectable pass band exceed +80°C (+176°F), resulting in permanent damage
to the transceiver if left there for extended periods.
• Microphone Equalizer
AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty envi-
• SSB/CW synchronous tuning
ronments or in direct sunlight.
AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting
anything on top of the transceiver. This will obstruct heat
IMPORTANT dissipation.
Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use by
READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL children.
CAREFULLY before attempting to operate the During mobile operation, DO NOT operate the transceiver
transceiver. without running the vehicle’s engine. When the transceiv-
er’s power is ON and your vehicle’s engine is OFF, the
SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. This vehicle’s battery will soon become exhausted.
manual contains important safety and operating in-
structions for the IC-7400. Make sure the transceiver power is OFF before starting
the vehicle. This will avoid possible damage to the trans-
ceiver by ignition voltage spikes.
During maritime mobile operation, keep the transceiver
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS and microphone as far away as possible from the mag-
netic navigation compass to prevent erroneous indica-
WORD DEFINITION tions.

Personal injury, fire hazard or electric BE CAREFUL! The heatsink will become hot when oper-
R WARNING shock may occur. ating the transceiver continuously for long periods.
BE CAREFUL! If a linear amplifier is connected, set the
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
transceiver’s RF output power to less than the linear am-
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No plifier’s maximum input level, otherwise, the linear ampli-
NOTE risk or personal injury, fire or electric fier will be damaged.
shock. Use Icom microphones only (supplied or optional). Other
manufacturer’s microphones have different pin assign-
ments, and connection to the IC-7400 may damage the
transceiver.

i
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD ...................................... i ■ Electronic keyer functions ..............29 ■ Voice squelch control function .......69
IMPORTANT ...................................... i ■ Operating RTTY (FSK) ..................35 ■ Scan set mode ...............................69
■ RTTY functions ..............................36 ■ Programmed scan/Fine programmed
EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS.................... i
■ Operating AM .................................40 scan ...............................................70
PRECAUTIONS ................................. i ■ Operating FM .................................41 ■ Memory scan operation .................71
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................... ii ■ Repeater operation ........................44 ■ Select memory scan ......................71
■ ∂F scan operation and Fine ∂F scan
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE .......I–X 5 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE ...................................................... 72
■ Installation .........................................I .......................................... 46–53 ■ Tone scan/DTCS code scan
■ Operation ........................................III ■ Simple band scope ........................46 operation ........................................73
■ Your first contact ............................ IV ■ Preamp/Attenuator .........................47
■ Ready to call CQ? .......................... IX ■ RIT function ....................................47 9 ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION
■ AGC function ..................................48 .......................................... 74–76
1 PANEL DESCRIPTION .......... 1–12 ■ IF filter selection .............................49 ■ Antenna connection and selection .74
■ Front panel .......................................1 ■ IF (DSP) filter shape ......................50 ■ Antenna tuner operation ................75
■ Rear panel .......................................7 ■ Noise blanker .................................50 ■ Optional external tuner operation ...76
■ LCD display ......................................9 ■ Meter peak hold function ................50
■ Multi function switches ...................11 ■ Twin PBT operation .......................51 10 DATA COMMUNICATION ... 77–79
■ Microphone (HM-36) ......................12 ■ Noise reduction ..............................52 ■ Connections ...................................77
■ Notch function ................................52 ■ Packet (AFSK) operation ...............78
2 INSTALLATION AND ■ Dial lock function ............................52 ■ Adjusting the TNC output level ......79
CONNECTIONS ................... 13–17 ■ Voice squelch control function .......53 ■ Data transmission speed ...............79
■ Unpacking ......................................13
■ Selecting a location ........................13 6 FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT 11 SET MODE ........................... 80–88
■ Grounding ......................................13 .......................................... 54–60 ■ General set mode ..........................80
■ Antenna connection .......................13 ■ VOX function ..................................54 ■ Tone control set mode ...................88
■ Required connections ....................14 ■ Break-in function ............................55
■ Advanced connections ...................15 ■ ∂TX function ..................................56 12 OPTION INSTALLATION .... 89–90
■ Power supply connections .............16 ■ Monitor function .............................56 ■ Opening the transceiver’s case ......89
■ Linear amplifier connections ..........17 ■ Speech compressor .......................57 ■ UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT ....89
■ External antenna tuner ■ Transmit filter width selection .........57 ■ CR-338 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT
connections ....................................17 ■ Split frequency operation ...............58 ......................................................90
■ Quick split function .........................59
3 BASIC OPERATION ............ 18–25 ■ Measuring SWR .............................60 13 MAINTENANCE ................... 91–93
■ When first applying power ■ Trouble shooting ............................91
(CPU resetting) ..............................18 7 MEMORY OPERATION ....... 61–67 ■ Fuse replacement ..........................92
■ Initial settings .................................18 ■ Memory channels ...........................61 ■ Tuning dial brake adjustment .........92
■ Selecting an operating band ..........19 ■ Memory channel selection .............61 ■ Resetting the CPU .........................93
■ Selecting VFO/memory mode ........20 ■ Programming a memory ................62 ■ Frequency calibration (approximate)
■ VFO operation ................................20 ■ Memory clearing ............................62 .......................................................93
■ Frequency setting ..........................21 ■ Selecting the call channel ..............63
■ Operating mode selection ..............23 ■ Programming the call channel .......63 14 CONTROL COMMAND ....... 94–98
■ Volume setting ...............................23 ■ Frequency transferring ...................64 ■ Remote jack (CI-V) information ......94
■ Squelch and receive (RF) ■ Programming scan edges ..............65
sensitivity .......................................24 ■ Assigning memory names ..............66 15 SPECIFICATIONS ..................... 99
■ Basic transmit operation ................25 ■ Memo pads ....................................67
16 OPTIONS ................................. 100
4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT . 26–45 8 SCANS ................................. 68–73
■ Operating SSB ...............................26 ■ Scan types .....................................68 17 ABOUT CE ....................... 101–102
■ Operating CW ................................27 ■ Preparation ....................................68

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
The transceiver comes with the following accesso- q w
ries.
Qty.
q DC power cable* ................................................. 1
w Hand microphone (HM-36) ................................. 1 e r t
e Spare fuses (FGB 30 A)...................................... 2
r Spare fuse (FGB 5 A) ......................................... 1
t CW keyer plug (AP-330) ..................................... 1 number.
*The illustration shows OPC-025D. However, OPC-639 is
supplied with versions, which “CE” symbol on the serial

Icom, Icom Inc. and the logo are registered trademarks of Icom Incorporated (Japan) in the United States, the United King-
dom, Germany, France, Spain, Russia and/or other countries.
ii
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

■ Installation
1. Install a ground system for DC noise suppression 4. Install and connect an antenna system for the ap-
and RFI suppression propriate bands of operation
2. Install your DC power supply 5. Connect other peripheral equipment. This includes
3. Install lightning protection. This will help protect microphones, headsets, TNC, amplifiers and any
more than your gear. other equipment necessary to make your shack
complete.

1. Grounding your Shack

Although your radio will operate by connecting the DC
power supply and antenna, it is necessary to have a
good ground system in your shack. A ground connec-
tion is the electrical contact between the common point
of an electrical or electronic system and the earth.
A good earth ground is necessary to prevent electri-
cal shock, eliminate problems from RFI and DC noise. R WARNING!: NEVER ground station equip-
With more electronic devices being used today, it is ment or antennas to house gas lines. NEVER at-
also important to reduce RFI and EMI. Although you tach ground lines to plastic (pvc) pipe.
may not see interference in your shack, without a
grounding system, your neighbors may experience D Some Symptoms if inadequate grounding
interference. Even though many of these devices, a. Poor DC Ground
where they must accept interference from their sur- 50/60 Hz hum on the audio either Rx or Tx without
rounding environment, it is best to eliminate as much the antenna connected.
of the possible interference from your shack. If you feel a tingling sensation when you touch a
If you do not have a grounding system for your shack, metal surface. Surfaces such as the cover of your
depending on the location of your shack, basement radio or power supply.
or ground floor, a good ground system can be as sim-
ple as a couple of ground rods driven 2 to 2.5 meter b. Poor RF Ground
into the soil. When installing your IC-7400 to your While transmitting and you feel a tingling sensation
grounding system, the shortest most direct connec- when you touch a metal surface. Surfaces such as
tion is recommended. the cover of your radio or power supply.
While transmitting, you experience interference to
NOTE: There are many publications covering
other electronic devices, such as the telephone,
proper grounding techniques. Check with your local
television or stereo audio systems.
dealer for more information and recommendations.

2. Installing your DC Power Supply

The DC power supply is a device used to convert • If you are not using the PS-125:
110/220 V AC, also know as Household current, to a Connect the supplied DC power cable to the appropri-
steady source of 13.8 V DC. ate color coded terminals, then insert the DC connec-
tor into the DC jack located on the rear of the radio.
The perfect match to your IC-7400 is the PS-125. (The diagram below describes the connection with OPC-
This compact switching power supply is the matching 639. OPC-025D has no filter box and GND cable.)
power supply for your IC-7400 with a current rating of AC A DC power to DC power
25 A continuous duty. This plug and play unit plugs Transceiver
outlet supply* socket
into the DC jack located on the rear of the radio.
Red Black
+ _
PS-125 DC power Transceiver
socket
Supplied *13.8 V; at least 23 A
AC cable
30 A fuses DC power cable continuous

NOTE: Although the power supply current require-

ment is quite low during receiving, this not the case
DC power cable
when you transmit. With many electrical devices in
Connect to an AC outlet using the supplied AC cable.
the shack, it is very important to verify the electrical
circuit is not overloaded.
I
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

3. Installing lightning protection

Although you may not live in an area with high occur- NOTE: There are many publications covering
rence for lightning storms, it is always wise to take proper lightning protection, check with your local
precautions for lightning or static discharges. Proper dealer for more information and recommendations.
lightning protection not only offers protection to the
ham gear, but the shack and most importantly the op-
erator.

4. Installing your antenna system

Whether your IC-7400 is your first radio or one of
many, one of your key elements in a great shack is
Antenna SWR
Each antenna is tuned for a specified frequency
the antenna system. There are three connections on
range and SWR may be increased out-of-range.
the back of your IC-7400, two for HF and 6 m and
When the SWR is higher than approx. 2.0:1, the
one for 2 m. If you are using one antenna for HF and
transceiver’s power drops to protect the final tran-
6 m, for simplicity, connect the antenna coax to ANT
sistors. In this case, an antenna tuner is useful to
1.
match the transceiver and antenna. Low SWR al-
lows full power for transmitting even when using
ANTENNA 1, 2
[Example]: ANT1 for 1.8–18 MHz bands the antenna tuner. The IC-7400 has an SWR meter
ANT2 for 21–50 MHz bands to monitor the antenna SWR continuously.

PL-259 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

q 30 mm Slide the coupling ring
down. Strip the cable
jacket and soft solder.
Coupling ring 10 mm (soft solder)

w 10 mm Soft Strip the cable as

solder shown at left. Soft
solder the center con-
1–2 mm ductor.
solder solder
e Slide the connector
body on and solder it.

144 MHz ANTENNA r Screw the coupling

ring onto the connec-
Connect a VHF (60–144 MHz) tor body.
antenna; impedance: 50 Ω.
30 mm ≈ 9⁄8 in 10 mm ≈ 3⁄8 in 1–2 mm ≈ 1⁄16 in

R WARNING: Although a mag mount antenna

works great on a vehicle, DO NOT use the IC-7400
Your IC-7400 is equipped with an internal antenna with this type of antenna.
tuner (ATU) for operation on 160–6 m. This ATU is
designed to work with an unbalanced 50 Ω feedline. CAUTION: Although your IC-7400 has protection
The purpose of the internal antenna tuner is to match to drop down power with a high SWR, this does
the impedance of your antenna system to as close not completely protect the transceiver from trans-
to a 50 Ω load as possible. This ATU will not oper- mission without an antenna. Make sure you have
ate with a long wire or ladder line (450 Ω or other bal- an antenna connected whenever you transmit with
anced feedlines). An external ATU such as the AH-4 your radio.
would be necessary for this kind of operation.
NOTE: There are many publications covering
proper antennas and their installation, check with
your local dealer for more information and recom-
mendations.

II
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

5. Connect other peripheral equipment

Everyone has his or her favorite ad-on gear; now is
the time to connect this gear! We will cover the basic
devices that can be connected to your IC-7400.

If you do not see the particular item you are wanting to connect, refer to the Advance Connections section start-
ing on page 15.

■ Operation
1. Voice
Microphones: Connect the microphone to the eight-
pin connector on the front of the radio.

MICROPHONES

HM-36 SM-20

2. CW
CW Key: There are several types of keys or keyers b. Straight Key: Use a 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4) mono plug
that can be used with your IC-7400. and connect key to the back of the radio.
c. External Keyer: Use a 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4) mono
a. Iambic Key paddle: Use a 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4) ste- plug and connect to the back of the radio.
reo plug and connect to the [ELEC-KEY] jack lo- d. Computer Keying: Use a 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4) mono
cated on the front of the radio. plug and connect to the back of the radio.

CW KEY STRAIGHT KEY

(dot) (+)
(com)
(dash)
(_)

A straight key can be used when the internal

electronic keyer is turned OFF in keyer set NOTE: You will need to select the type of keyer
mode. (p. 34) you are using in the Keyer Set mode. There are
many advanced CW functions in this set mode,
until you have a full understanding of these func-
tions change only the items necessary.

III
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

3. Other convenient items

Headphones: External Speaker:
A 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4) mono jack for operation without A 3.5(d) mm (1⁄8) mono jack for operation with an
using the internal or external speakers. Perfect for external speaker. (Input impedance: 8 Ω/Max. input
operation without disturbing others in the room. power: 5 W)

HEADPHONES EXTERNAL SPEAKER

SP-21 (optional)

■ Your first contact

Now you should have your IC-7400 installed in your
shack, and like a kid on his birthday, you are proba-
bly excited to get on the air. We would like to take you
through a few basic operation steps to make your first
“On The Air” an enjoyable experience.

D Getting started
1. Before powering up your radio, you may want to 2. Resetting the CPU: Although you have purchased
make sure the following controls are set in the fol- a brand new radio, some settings may be changed
lowing positions: from the factory defaults during the QC process.
So your radio can start from Factory Defaults re-
setting the CPU is necessary.

[POWER] [F-INP] [M-CL]

• [AF] : Commonly referred to as the vol-

ume: fully counter clockwise.
• [NR] : The noise reduction control: fully
counter clockwise.
• [MIC GAIN] : The mic gain: fully counter clock-
wise.
• [RF/SQL] : The control for the RF Gain and
Squelch circuits: 12 o’clock.
• [CW PITCH] : The control for the CW pitch:
12 o’clock.
• [KEY SPEED] : Internal CW Keyer Speed: fully
counter clockwise.
• [NOTCH] : Control for the manual notch:
12 o’clock

IV
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

D Just listening

1. Select the desired band • Say you want to go to 20 meters or 14 MHz; you
On your IC-7400, an easy way of changing bands would push the [14 5]. This will immediately change
is by using the keypad located just above the tuning the displayed operating frequency to the 20-meter
knob on the right hand side of the display. You will band. By pushing [14 5] again, frequency pre-sets
notice each switch has two sets of numbers; one set in the triple band stacking registers frequency can
of numbers represents the band selection. be displayed. For more details on this system refer
to p. 19.

1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3

10 4 14 5 18 6

21 7 24 8 28 9

GENE 50 0 144 ENT

2. Tune to the desired frequency

Directly below the keypad is the tuning knob. This will
allow you to dial in the frequency you want to oper- NOTE: Although you can directly enter the fre-
ate. You will notice the tuning speed [TS] is 10 Hz quency with the keypad, using the Band Stacking
resolution. Page 22 will instruct you on how to set the Register and the tuning knob is the most popular
tuning speed [TS] for 1 Hz resolution. method of hoping around the bands. For more in-
formation regarding the direct frequency entry
method, refer to p. 22.

3. Verify proper antenna has been selected.

Your IC-7400 has three antenna connectors. Two for
HF and 6 m and a one for 2 m. The selection for 2 m
is automatic, where the HF and 6 m is user selectable
for either one of the antenna jacks. For first time use,
the antenna selector should show “ ” on the dis-
play of your radio. Verify the antenna selected on the
display is the antenna port your antenna is connected
to.

Either “1” or “2” appears.

*No indicator appears during
144 MHz operation.

4. Adjust audio output

Adjust this control to a comfortable audio level. AF RF/SQL

Decreases Increases

No audio output Max. audio output

V
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

D What are you hearing?

Stop and focus on what you are hearing. Do you hear
a lot of noise? Is the signal intelligible? Are you set up
for the right mode? How about the filters?

1. Verify mode
Although your IC-7400 will automatically select USB
SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM
or LSB in the HF bands, it will not select any of the
other modes. You will need to select the proper mode
whether CW, RTTY, AM or FM. Hint!
The Triple Band Stacking Register will memorize
the last three frequencies used in the band, as well
as the Mode, Filter, Tuner and AGC settings. This
makes band hoping much easier.

2. Reducing interference
Your IC-7400 has many features to reduce QRM and NR NOTCH
QRN from the desired signal. Decreases Increases
a. Noise Reduction: The noise reduction system on
your IC-7400 is part of the 32-bit DSP. This is used OFF
to reduce the hiss and QRM levels. To activate,
push the [NR] switch located just to the right of the
[PHONES] jack.
Noise reduction ON

Noise reduction OFF

[NR] [NR]
Hint!
How far you advance the NR control will determine
how much the noise can be effectively reduced.
Turning the control too far clockwise may cause
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP some distortion to occur on the received signal.
Appears The NR control should only be turned as far clock-
wise as is necessary. Use this control, along with
b. Adjusting the Noise Reduction: The noise re- RF gain, NB (noise blanker, if needed), and IF fil-
duction is completely variable on how much of the ters as well, to minimize the effects of noise on the
DSP Noise Reduction is used [NR] level control lo- target signal.
cated just above the [NR] switch.

VI
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

c. Notch: There are two notch systems on your IC-

7400.
• Automatic: The automatic notch will track up to three
heterodynes. This is helpful for eliminating annoying
transmitter “tune up” tones on any band, and to min-
imize continuous tone “heterodynes” encountered
on the 40 meter phone bands at night, for example.
Once selected an icon will appear “N NOTCH” on
the display. [A/NOTCH] [NOTCH]

Hint!
The Automatic Notch will not operate in the SSB
data, CW or RTTY modes.
• Manual: The Manual notch provides 70 dB of at- AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
tenuation to pin point an interfering signal. The 12
o’clock position is on the operating frequency, turn- Notch function indicators
ing the Notch knob clockwise moves the notch up
the band and counter clockwise will move the notch NOTE: Your IC-7400 is equipped with multiple
down the band. Once selected an icon “NOTCH” will AGC circuits. This allows the DSP to filter out inter-
appear on the display. fering signals and QRM, while also taking this in-
terference out of the AGC. Bottom line, this will ei-
NR NOTCH
ther eliminate or greatly reduce the pumping of the
Low frequency High frequency AGC from the interfering signal.

d. Filters: Your IC-7400 has an incredible IF DSP • Filter set mode indication
based filter network with over 100 settings.

• Dial in your filters: By pushing [FILTER] for 1 sec., BW

you enter the filter set mode. This is where you are
able set the three filter presets. Across the bottom of
the display you will see the “BW” icon. The switch di-
Shows the selected filter and passband width.
rectly below, along with the tuning dial, will be used
to select the changes you will make. • Indication while setting

BW

Reverses Appears
While pushing [F1 BW], rotate the tuning dial to set
passband width.
[FILTER]

AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP

The selected filter width is indicated

for approx. 1 sec. when [FILTER] is
pushed. Filter selection

VII
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

d. Filters:— continued PBT operation example

• On the fly adjustment: Once the adjustments have [TWIN PBT] control
been made in the filter set mode, you can make on
the fly changes by using the Twin Pass Band Tun-
ing, Twin PBT. You will be able to see the effects
of the Twin PBT on the upper left hand side of the
screen.

[PBTC]

AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP

Passband width and shifting value are

One of “1,” “2” or “3” is indicated while [TWIN PBT] is operated.
displayed for selected filter
number indications. Appears when PBT is used.

• Filter set mode indication

NOTE: The Twin PBT filters shift the two IF DSP
filters (See Diagrams below and right). This feature
allows both an IF shift as well as a narrowing of the BW
Pass Band. Although you can narrow the pass
band by shifting the two filters, this does not nar-
row both filters, thus the filter shape is not nar-
Shows the selected filter and passband width.
rowed. You may hear some signal artifacts pass
through this filter adjustment. • Indication while PBT setting

BW

Appears when passband is shifted.

*By pushing [PBTC] for 1 sec., the shifted value returns
to the default setting, and the “dot” disappears.

Center Passband Passband IF shift

pass band

IF center frequency interference desired signal inteference desired signal IF center freq. interference

VIII
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

3. RX Tone Control:
Once you have mastered your filter settings, one last [F1 ≤] [F2 ≥] [F4 TCN]
feature to enable the most intelligible audio is the ac-
tual audio tone you hear. You can adjust the equal-
ization of your received audio ±5 dB.

q Push [MENU] several times, or until M2 is shown

on the display.
w Push [F4 TCN] for the Tone Control set mode.
e Push the appropriate mode switch to adjust SSB,
AM or FM.
r Push [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥] to change to the desired [MENU] Tuning dial
component.

1. RX Bass
This item adjusts the bass level of the receive audio RX Bass SSB
tone from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 3 O

2. RX Treble
This item adjusts the treble level of the receive audio RX Treble SSB
tone from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 4 O

We hope these pointers have been helpful. Now you

are ready for the “Ready to call CQ?”.

■ Ready to call CQ?

[NR]: Max. CCW [NOTCH]: Max. CCW

i7400 HF/VHF TRANSCEIVER TWIN PBT

TUNER ANT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3

POWER F-INP
NR NOTCH 10 4 14 5 18 6

TRANSMIT
21 7 24 8 28 9 SPLIT
[TRANSMIT]: OFF PBTC MW
GENE 50 0 144 ENT A/B
V/M M-CL

PHONES MP-W MP-R TS

M-CH

TX RX
NR A/NOTCH LOCK
XFC

ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL

RIT ∂TX CLEAR

[AF]: Max. CCW MIC

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
RIT/∂TX

MENU SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER

[RF/SQL]: 12 o’clock
[MIC GAIN]: Max. CCW CALL LOCK/
MIC GAIN RF PWR CW PITCH KEY SPEED P.AMP/ATT NB VOX/BK-IN MONITOR SPCH

[RF PWR]: Max. CCW [CW PITCH]: 12 o’clock [KEY SPEED]: Max. CCW

1. Setting up your transmit audio

The 32-bit DSP in your IC-7400 is capable of allowing
you to selects transmit audio for phone modes.

2. Mic Gain
The microphone gain is used for proper transmit
audio level for full output power.

IX
 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

3. DSP TX Audio Pass Band

The capability of changing the pass band of your
transmit audio, is at your finger tips. Regardless of
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
the condition of the speech compressor, you can ad-
just it by selecting the [F4 TBW]. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

You will find this located in the M1 menu. By push- Push [F4]

ing [F4 TBW] for 1 sec. you can select the TX audio
band pass.
TX BW=WIDE
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
There are three levels of audio passband width avail-
able (Wide, Mid, and Nar). F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

TX Audio Passband widths The selected transmit filter width

Wide : 2.8 kHz ; Great Full Audio is displayed for approx. 1 sec.
Mid : 2.4 kHz ; Great for operators with Push [F4] for 1 sec. to select the transmit filter width.
deep full voices
Nar : 2.2 kHz ; Great for breaking through
pile ups

4. Microphone Equalizer
Although these bandwidths are fixed, the Microphone [F1 ≤] [F2 ≥] [F4 TCN]
Tone Control will give you more audio control for
your voice operation on SSB, AM, and FM modes.
Your IC-7400 is equipped with a very powerful equal-
izer system with 121 possible combinations. This is
achieved by using the separate bass and treble ad-
justments. The default for both the Base and Treble
is at 0 dB.

Entering Microphone Tone Control set mode:

[MENU] Tuning dial
q Push [MENU] several times, or until M2 is shown
on the display. Hint!
w Push [F4 TCN] for the Tone Control set mode. Voice patterns and audio characteristics vary with
e Push the appropriate mode switch to adjust SSB, each operator, therefore the [MIC GAIN], DSP
AM, or FM. TX Audio Pass Band and Microphone Tone Con-
r Push [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥] to change to the desired trol settings will be different for each operator. Ac-
component. tual on air experimenting is necessary to get just
the right sound. Listen to your transmit audio with
headphones and the monitor function turned ON.
It’s also best to test and adjust your audio on the
air, while someone who knows what your real voice
sounds like listens, and provides and opinion on
your audio quality.

1. TX Bass
This item adjusts the bass level of the transmit audio TX Bass SSB
tone from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 1 O

2. TX Treble
This item adjusts the treble level of the transmit audio TX Treble SSB
tone from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 2 O

Verify you have selected a clear frequency

and call out your CQ!
X
 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel
!7 !6 !5 !4 !3 !2

i7400 HF/VHF TRANSCEIVER

TUNER ANT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3

q POWER F-INP
NR NOTCH 10 4 14 5 18 6

TRANSMIT
21 7 24 8 28 9 SPLIT
w
GENE 50 0 144 ENT A/B

PHONES MP-W MP-R TS

e NR A/NOTCH
XFC
TX RX
LOCK

ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL

r
MIC
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

t MENU SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER

CALL LOCK/
MIC GAIN RF PWR CW PITCH KEY SPEED P.AMP/ATT NB VOX/BK-IN MONITOR SPCH

y u io !0 !1

q POWER SWITCH [POWER] t MICROPHONE CONNECTOR [MIC]

➥ Push momentarily to turn power ON. Accepts the supplied or an optional microphone.
• Turn the optional DC power supply ON in advance. • See p. 101 for appropriate microphones.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn power OFF. • See p. 12 for microphone connector information.

w TRANSMIT SWITCH [TRANSMIT] y RF GAIN CONTROL/SQUELCH CONTROL [RF/

Selects transmitting or receiving. SQL] (outer control)
• The [TX] indicator lights red while transmitting and the Adjusts the RF gain and squelch threshold level.
[RX] indicator lights green when the squelch is open. The squelch removes noise output from the speaker
(closed condition) when no signal is received.
e HEADPHONE JACK [PHONES] • The squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also
Accepts headphones. available for other modes.
• Output power: 5 mW with an 8 Ω load. • 12 to 1 o’clock position is recommended for any setting
• When headphones are connected, the internal speaker of the [RF/SQL] control.
or connected external speaker does not function. • The control can be set as ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in
SSB, CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and FM)
r ELECTRONIC KEYER JACK [ELEC-KEY] (p. 14) or squelch control (RF gain is fixed at maximum) in set
Accepts a paddle to activate the internal electronic mode as follows. (p. 81)
keyer for CW operation. SET MODE SETTING
• Selection between the internal electronic keyer, bug- MODE
AUTO SQL RF GAIN + SQL
key and straight key operation can be made in keyer set SSB, CW
mode. (p. 34) RTTY RF GAIN SQL RF GAIN + SQL
• A straight key jack is separately available on the rear AM, FM SQL SQL RF GAIN + SQL
panel. See [KEY] on p. 7.
• Keyer polarity (dot and dash) can be reversed in keyer • When setting as RF gain/squelch control
set mode. (p. 34) Noise squelch (FM mode)
• 4-channel memory keyer is available for your conve-
Recommended level
nience. (p. 30) Squelch is
(dot) open.
Maximum
(com) RF gain
(dash)
RF gain
adjustable S-meter
range squelch

1
 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

• When functioning as RF gain control !0 CW PITCH CONTROL [CW PITCH] (p. 28)
(Squelch is fixed open; SSB, CW, RTTY only) Shifts the received CW audio pitch and monitored
CW audio pitch without changing the operating fre-
Maximum quency.
RF gain • The pitch can be changed from 300 to 900 Hz in ap-
Adjustable prox. 25 Hz steps.
range
Decreases Increases
CW PITCH
Minimum RF gain
!1 ELECTRONIC CW KEYER SPEED CONTROL
[KEY SPEED] (p. 28)
• When functioning as squelch control
Adjusts the internal electronic CW keyer’s speed.
(RF gain is fixed at maximum.) • 6 wpm (min.) to 60 wpm (max.) can be set.
Noise squelch (FM mode)
Noise squelch Slow Fast
threshold
S-meter squelch KEY SPEED
(FM mode)
threshold
!2 AUTO NOTCH/MANUAL NOTCH SWITCH
Squelch is S-meter [A/NOTCH] (p. 52)
open. squelch Toggles the notch function between manual and
automatic when pushed.
• “NOTCH” appears when manual; “A NOTCH” appears
Shallow Deep when automatic notch is selected.

While rotating the RF gain control, noise may be !3 NOTCH CONTROL [NOTCH] (outer control; p. 52)
heard. This comes from the DSP unit and does not Adjusts the notch filter frequency to remove an in-
indicate an equipment malfunction. terfering signal.
NR NOTCH
u MIC GAIN CONTROL [MIC GAIN]
Adjusts microphone input gain. Low frequency High frequency
• The transmit audio tone in SSB, AM and FM modes can
be adjusted in tone control set mode. (p. 88)
✔ How to set the microphone gain. !4 ANTENNA SELECTOR SWITCH [ANT] (p. 74)
Set the [MIC] control so that the ALC meter sometimes Switches the antenna connector selection between
swings during normal voice transmission in SSB mode. ANT1 and ANT2 when pushed.
Make sure that voice peak readings do not exceed the ALC
range brackets on the meter. !5 NOISE REDUCTION LEVEL CONTROL [NR]
(inner control; p. 52)
Recommended level for Adjusts the noise reduction level when the noise re-
an Icom microphone
duction is in use. Set for maximum readability.
NR NOTCH
Decreases Increases
Decreases Increases
MIC GAIN

i AF CONTROL [AF] (inner control) OFF

Varies the audio output level from the speaker. !6 ANTENNA TUNER SWITCH [TUNER] (pgs. 75, 76)
AF RF/SQL ➥ Turns the antenna tuner ON and OFF (bypass)
Decreases Increases when pushed momentarily.
➥ Starts to tune the antenna manually when
pushed for 1 sec.
No audio output Max. audio output
• When the tuner cannot tune the antenna, the tuning
circuit is bypassed automatically after 20 sec.
o RF POWER CONTROL [RF PWR]
Continuously varies the RF output power from min- !7 NOISE REDUCTION SWITCH [NR] (p. 52)
imum (less than 5 W*) to maximum (100 W*). Switches the noise reduction ON and OFF.
* AM mode: less than 5 W to 40 W • “NR” appears while the noise reduction is activated.

Decreases Increases
RF PWR

2
 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (continued)

i746PRO HF/VHF TRANSCEIVER TWIN PBT

TUNER ANT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3

F-INP
NR NOTCH 10 4 14 5 18 6

T
21 7 24 8 28 9 SPLIT
#7
PBTC MW #6
GENE 50 0 144 ENT
#5
A/B
V/M M-CL

#4
M-CH
MP-W MP-R TS

TX RX
NR A/NOTCH
#3
XFC LOCK

Y AF RF/SQL

RIT ∂TX CLEAR

#2
#1
#0
RIT/∂TX
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

MENU SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER

CALL LOCK/
MIC GAIN RF PWR CW PITCH KEY SPEED P.AMP/ATT NB VOX/BK-IN MONITOR SPCH

!8 !9 @0 @1 @2 @3 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8 @9

!8 MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCHES [F1]–[F5]

➥Push to select the function indicated in the LCD @1 PREAMP/ATTENUATOR SWITCH [P.AMP/ATT]
display above these switches. (p. 11) (p. 47)
• Functions vary depending on the operating mode. ➥ Push momentarily to toggle between preamp-1
➥Push to input a character for memory keyer pro- and preamp-2.
gramming or memory name. (pgs. 31, 66) • “P.AMP1” activates for HF all bands.
• “P.AMP2” activates high-gain preamp for 24 MHz
!9 MENU SWITCH [MENU] band and above.
Push to change the set of functions assigned to the ➥ Push for 1 sec. to toggle the attenuator function
multi-function switches. ON and OFF.
• Toggles between menu 1 (M1) and menu 2 (M2).
✔ What is the preamp?
The preamp amplifies received signals in the front end circuit
@0 MODE SWITCHES
to improve the S/N ratio and sensitivity. Select “P.AMP1” or
Selects the desired mode. (p. 23)
“P.AMP2” when receiving weak signals.
• Announces the selected mode when an optional UT-
102 is installed. (p. 89)
✔ What is the attenuator?
SSB ➥ Selects USB and LSB mode alternately. The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distorting
➥ Selects SSB data mode (USB-D, LSB-D) when very strong signals are near the desired frequency, or
when pushed for 1 sec. in SSB mode. when very strong electric fields, such as from a broadcasting
station, are near your location.
CW/RTTY ➥ Selects CW and RTTY mode alternately.
➥ Switches CW and CW-R (CW reverse) @2 NOISE BLANKER SWITCH [NB] (p. 50)
mode when pushed for 1 sec. in CW ➥ Switches the noise blanker ON and OFF when
mode. pushed. The noise blanker reduces pulse-type
➥ Switches RTTY and RTTY-R (RTTY re- noise such as that generated by automobile ig-
verse) mode when pushed for 1 sec. in nition systems. This function cannot be used for
RTTY mode. FM, or non-pulse-type noise.
➥ Selects AM and FM mode alternately. • “NB” appears while the noise blanker is activated.
AM/FM
➥ Selects AM/FM data mode (AM-D, FM-D) ➥ Enters the noise blanker level set mode when
when pushed for 1 sec. in AM/FM mode. pushed for 1 sec.

3
 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

@3 VOX/BREAK-IN SWITCH [VOX/BK-IN] #0 RIT SWITCH [RIT] (p. 47)

➥ In SSB, AM and FM modes, push momentarily to ➥ Turns the RIT function ON and OFF when pushed.
turn the VOX function ON and OFF (p. 54); push • Use the [RIT/∂TX] control to vary the RIT frequency.
for 1 sec. to enter VOX set mode (p. 54). ➥ Adds the RIT shift frequency to the operating fre-
➥ In CW mode, push momentarily to turn the semi quency when pushed for 1 sec.
break-in, full break-in or break-in OFF (p. 55); ✔ What is the RIT function?
push for 1 sec. to enter break-in set mode The RIT (Receiver Incremental Tuning) shifts the receive fre-
(p. 55). quency without shifting the transmit frequency.
✔ What is the VOX function? This is useful for fine tuning stations calling you on an off-
The VOX function (voice operated transmission) starts trans- frequency or when you prefer to listen to slightly different-
mission without pushing the transmit switch or PTT switch sounding voice characteristics, etc.
when you speak into the microphone; then, automatically re-
#1 CLEAR SWITCH [CLEAR] (pgs. 47, 56)
turns to receive when you stop speaking.
Clears the RIT/∂TX shift frequency when pushed
for 1 sec.
✔ What is the break-in function? • Can be cleared instantly when [CLEAR] is pushed if the
Full break-in (QSK) activates the receiver between transmit- Quick RIT Clear is set to ON (p. 85).
ted dots and dashes. This is useful when operating in nets,
or during DX pileups and during contests, when “fast ex- #2 ∂TX SWITCH [∂TX] (p. 56)
changes” are common. ➥ Turns the ∂TX function ON and OFF when
pushed.
@4 MONITOR SWITCH [MONITOR] (p. 56) • Use the [RIT/∂TX] control to vary the ∂TX frequency.
➥ Monitors your transmitted signal. ➥ Adds the ∂TX shift frequency to the operating
➥ Enters monitor set mode when pushed for frequency when pushed for 1 sec.
1 sec.
✔ What is the ∂TX function?
@5 FILTER SWITCH [FILTER] (p. 49) The ∂TX shifts the transmit frequency without shifting the re-
➥ Selects one of 3 IF filter settings. ceive frequency. This is useful for simple split frequency op-
eration in CW, etc.
➥ Enters the filter set mode when pushed for 1 sec.

@6 CALL SWITCH [CALL] (p. 63) #3 MEMORY CHANNEL SELECTOR [M-CH] (p. 61)
Selects the call channel when pushed momen- Select a memory channel.
• Rotate clockwise to increase the memory channel; ro-
tarily.
tate counterclockwise to decrease the memory chan-
@7 TUNING DIAL (p. 21) nel.
Changes the displayed frequency, selects set mode #4 VFO/MEMORY SWITCH [VFO/MEMO]
items, etc. ➥ Switches the selected readout operating mode
@8 LOCK/SPEECH SWITCH [LOCK/SPCH] between the VFO mode and memory mode
➥ Push momentarily to toggle the dial lock function when pushed. (pgs. 20, 61)
ON and OFF. (p. 52) ➥ Transfers the memory contents to VFO when
➥ Pushing for 1 sec. announces the selected read- pushed for 1 sec. (p. 64)
out frequency and S-meter indication when an #5 MEMORY CLEAR SWITCH [M-CL] (p. 62)
optional UT-102 is installed. (p. 89) Clears the selected readout memory channel con-
@9 RIT/∂TX CONTROL [RIT/∂TX] (pgs. 47, 56) tents when pushed for 1 sec. in memory mode.
• The channel becomes a blank channel.
Shifts the receive and/or transmit frequency with-
• This switch does not function in VFO mode.
out changing the transmit and/or receive frequency
while the RIT and/or ∂TX functions are ON. #6 MEMORY WRITE SWITCH [MW] (p. 62)
• Rotate the control clockwise to increase the frequency, Stores the selected readout frequency and operat-
or rotate the control counterclockwise to decrease the ing mode into the displayed memory channel when
frequency.
pushed for 1 sec.
• The shift frequency range is ±9.99 kHz in 10 Hz steps.
• This function is available both in VFO and memory
RIT/∂TX
modes.
Low shift High shift #7 PBT CLEAR SWITCH [PBTC] (p. 51)
Clears the PBT settings when pushed for 1 sec.

4
 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (continued)

%2 %1 %0 $9 $8

i746PRO HF/VHF TRANSCEIVER TWIN PBT

NER ANT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3

F-INP
NR NOTCH 10 4 14 5 18 6 $7
21 7 24 8 28 9 SPLIT $6
PBTC MW
GENE 50 0 144 ENT A/B
V/M M-CL
$5
MP-W MP-R TS
M-CH
$4
TX RX
NR A/NOTCH LOCK
$3
XFC

$2
AF RF/SQL

RIT ∂TX CLEAR

$1
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
RIT/¶TX
$0
#9
MENU SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER
#8

CALL LOCK/
MIC GAIN RF PWR CW PITCH KEY SPEED P.AMP/ATT NB VOX/BK-IN MONITOR SPCH

#8 TRANSMIT FREQUENCY CHECK SWITCH [XFC] $4 QUICK TUNING SWITCH [TS] (p. 21)
(pgs. 45, 47) ➥ Turns the quick tuning step ON and OFF.
Monitors the transmit frequency when pushed and • While the quick tuning indicator is displayed, the fre-
held. quency can be changed in programmed kHz steps.
• While pushing this switch, the transmit frequency can • 0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 and 25 kHz quick tuning
be changed with the tuning dial, keypad or memo pad. steps are available.
• When the split lock function is turned ON, pushing [XFC] Quick tuning indicator
cancels the dial lock function. (p. 59)

#9 MEMO PAD-WRITE SWITCH [MP-W] (p. 67)

Programs the selected readout frequency and oper-
ating mode into a memo pad.
• The 5 most recent entries remain in memo pads.
• The transmit frequency is programmed when pushed
➥ While the quick tuning step is OFF, turns the 1
together with [XFC].
Hz step ON and OFF when pushed for 1 sec.
• The memo pad capacity can be expanded from 5 to 10
• 1 Hz indication appears, and the frequency can be
in set mode for your convenience. (p. 84)
changed in 1 Hz steps.
$0 TRANSMIT INDICATOR [TX] ➥ While the quick tuning step is ON, enters the
Lights red while transmitting. quick tuning step set mode when pushed for
1 sec.
$1 MEMO PAD-READ SWITCH [MP-R] (p. 67)
Each push calls up a frequency and operating $5 VFO SELECT SWITCH [A/B] (p. 20)
mode in a memo pad. The 5 (or 10) most recently ➥ Push to toggle between VFO A and VFO B.
programmed frequencies and operating modes can ➥ Push for 1 sec. to equalize the frequency and
be recalled, starting from the most recent. operating mode of the two VFO’s.
• The memo pad capacity can be expanded from 5 to 10
in set mode for your convenience. (p. 84)

$2 RECEIVE INDICATOR [RX]

Lights green while receiving a signal and when the
squelch is open.

$3 LOCK INDICATOR [LOCK] (p. 52)

Lights when the dial lock function is activated.
5
 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

$6 SPLIT SWITCH [SPLIT] %1 KEYPAD

➥ Turns the split function ON and OFF when ➥ Pushing a key selects the operating band.
pushed.(p. 58) • [GENE • ] selects the general coverage band.
➥ Turns the quick split function ON, when pushed ➥ Pushing the same key 2 or 3 times calls up other
for 1 sec. (p. 59) stacked frequencies and modes in the band.
• The offset frequency is shifted from the displayed fre- (p. 19)
quency. • Icom’s triple band stacking register memorizes 3 fre-
• The quick split function can be turned OFF using set quencies in each band.
mode. (p. 82) ➥ After pushing [F-INP], enter a keyed frequency.
➥ Turns the split function ON and sets the transmit Pushing [144 ENT] is necessary at the end.
frequency after inputting an offset frequency with (p. 22)
the keypad (±4 MHz in 1 kHz steps; p. 58). • e.g. to enter 14.195 MHz, push [F-INP] [1.8 1] [10 4]
[GENE • ] [1.8 1] [28 9] [14 5] [144 ENT].
$7 PASSBAND TUNING CONTROLS [TWIN PBT]
Adjust the receiver’s “passband width” of the DSP %2 LCD FUNCTION DISPLAY
filter. (p. 51) (See pgs. 9, 10 for details.)
• Passband width and shift frequency are displayed in the Shows the operating frequency, function switch
multi-function switch indicator. menus, band scope screen, memory name screen,
• Push [PBTC] for 1 sec. to clear the settings when not in set mode settings, etc.
use.
• Variable range is set to half of the IF filter passband
width. 25 Hz steps and 50 Hz steps are available.
• These controls function as an IF shift control while in
AM mode and when the RTTY filter is turned ON. Only
the inner control may function in this case.
✔ What is the PBT control?
General PBT function electronically narrows the IF passband
width to reject interference. This transceiver uses the DSP
circuit for the PBT function.

TWIN PBT

PBT1

PBT2

TWIN PBT TWIN PBT TWIN PBT

– +

Low cut Center High cut

$8 SPLIT INDICATOR (p. 58)

Lights during split operation.
$9 FREQUENCY INPUT SWITCH [F-INP] (p. 22)
Push to toggle keypad input between frequency
and band.
• The frequency input indicator lights when fre-
quency input is selected for the keypad.
%0 FREQUENCY INPUT INDICATOR (p. 22)
Lights when frequency input from the keypad is en-
abled.

6
 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Rear panel
q w e r

!5 !4 !3 !2 !1 !0 o i u y t
q DC POWER SOCKET [DC 13.8V] (pgs. 14, 16) before connecting to [SEND].
Accepts 13.8 V DC through the supplied DC power o ALC INPUT JACK [ALC] (p. 17)
cable (OPC-025D). Connects to the ALC output jack of a non-Icom lin-
ear amplifier.
!0 ACCESSORY SOCKET 2 [ACC(2)]
!1 ACCESSORY SOCKET 1 [ACC(1)]
Enables connection of external equipment such as
Rear panel view
a linear amplifier, an automatic antenna selector/
w ANTENNA CONNECTOR [ANT 144MHz] tuner, TNC for data communications, etc.
• See p. 8 for socket information.
e ANTENNA CONNECTOR 2 [ANT2]
r ANTENNA CONNECTOR 1 [ANT1] !2 STRAIGHT KEY JACK [KEY] (p. 14)
(pgs. 14, 15, 17, 75) Accepts a straight key or external electronic keyer
Accepts a 50 Ω antenna with a PL-259 connector. with 1⁄4 inch standard plug.
• [ANT 144MHz] for 144 MHz (2 m) band only; [ANT1] and • [ELEC-KEY] on the front panel can be used for a
[ANT2] for both HF and 50 MHz (6 m) bands antennas. straight key or external electronic keyer. Deactivate the
internal electronic keyer in keyer set mode. (p. 34)
When using an optional AH-4 HF/50 MHz AUTO-
(+)
MATIC ANTENNA TUNER, connect it to the [ANT1]
connector. The internal antenna tuner activates
for [ANT2] and deactivates for [ANT1] when con-
(_)
necting the AH-4.
t DATA SOCKET [DATA] (pgs. 15, 78) !3 TUNER CONTROL SOCKET [TUNER]
Connects a TNC (Terminal Node Controller), etc. (pgs. 15, 77)
for data communications. Accepts the control cable from an optional AH-4
• See p. 8 for connector information. HF/50 MHz AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER.
y EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK [EXT SP] (pgs. 15, 101) If you use an external electronic keyer, make
Accepts a 4–8 Ω speaker. sure the voltage retained by the keyer is less
u CI-V REMOTE CONTROL JACK [REMOTE] (p. 95) than 0.4 V when the key is ON.
➥ Designed for use with a personal computer for !4 CALIBRATION POT [CAL] (p. 94)
remote control of the transceiver functions. This is used for frequency calibration.
➥ Used for transceive operation with another Icom • The transceiver has been adjusted and calibrated thor-
CI-V transceiver or receiver. oughly at the factory. Under normal circumstances, the
i SEND CONTROL JACK [SEND] (p. 17) frequency does not need to be re-calibrated.
Goes to ground while transmitting to control exter- !5 GROUND TERMINAL [GND] (pgs. 13, 14)
nal equipment such as a linear amplifier. Connect this terminal to a ground to prevent electri-
• Max. control level: 16 V DC/0.5 A cal shocks, TVI, BCI and other problems.
CAUTION: Be sure the linear amplifiers keying cir-
7 cuit control voltage is compatible to the IC-7400,
 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

D DATA SOCKET
DATA PIN No. NAME DESCRIPTION
1 DATA IN Input terminal for data transmit. (1200 bps: AFSK/9600 bps: G3RUH, GMSK)
2 GND Common ground for DATA IN, DATA OUT and AF OUT.
3 PTT P PTT terminal for packet operation. Connect ground to transmit data.
1 2 4 DATA OUT Data out terminal for 9600 bps operation only.
3 4
5 AF OUT Data out terminal for 1200 bps operation only.
5 6
Squelch out terminal. Goes to ground when the squelch is opened. Goes high
(More than +6 V) when the squelch is closed.
Rear panel view 6 P SQL • To avoid unnecessary TNC transmission, connect squelch to the TNC to inhibit
transmission when receiving signals.
• Keep audio output at a normal level, otherwise a “P SQL” signal will not be output.

D ACC SOCKETS
ACC (1) PIN No. NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS
“High” level : More than 2.4 V
1 RTTY Controls RTTY keying “Low” level : Less than 0.6 V
Output current : Less than 2 mA
2 GND Connects to ground. Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 2.
Ground level : –0.5 V to 0.8 V
Input/output pin. (HF/50 MHz only)
Output current : Less than 20 mA
3 HSEND Goes to ground when transmitting.
Input current (Tx) : Less than 200 mA
When grounded, transmits.
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 3.
2
4 5 Modulator input. Input impedance : 10 kΩ
4 MOD
1 8 3 Connects to a modulator. Input level : Approx. 100 mV rms
6 7
AF detector output.
Output impedance : 4.7 kΩ
5 AF Fixed, regardless of [AF] position in
Output level : 100–300 mV rms
Rear panel view default settings. (see notes below)
Squelch output. SQL open : Less than 0.3 V/5 mA
6 SQLS
Goes to ground when squelch opens. SQL closed : More than 6 V/100 µA
Output current : Max. 1 A
7 13.8 V 13.8 V output when power is ON.
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 7.
Control voltage : –4 V to 0 V
8 ALC ALC voltage input. Input impedance : More than 10 kΩ
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 5.

ACC (2) PIN No. NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

Output voltage : 8 V ±0.3 V
1 8V Regulated 8 V output.
Output current : Less than 10 mA
2 GND Same as ACC(1) pin 2.
3 HSEND Same as ACC(1) pin 3.
2
4 5 Band voltage output.
4 BAND Output voltage : 0 to 8.0 V
1 3 (Varies with amateur band)
6 7 5 ALC Same as ACC (1) pin 8.
Input/output pin (144 MHz only) Ground level : –0.5 V to +0.8 V
Rear panel view
6 VSEND Goes to ground when transmitting. Output current : Less than 20 mA
When grounded, transmits. Input current (Tx) : Less than 200 mA
7 13.8 V Same as ACC(1) pin 7.

8
 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ LCD display
!4 !3 !2 !1

!0

o
w
i
u
e y
r

q FREQUENCY READOUTS !0 1⁄4 TUNING DIAL SPEED INDICATOR (p. 21)

Shows the operating frequency. Appears when the tuning dial speed is set so that
one rotation is equal to 1⁄4 of the normal rotation.
w MULTI-FUNCTION METER INDICATION
➥ Shows receiving signal strength, etc. during re- !1 VOICE SQUELCH CONTROL INDICATOR (p. 53)
ceive. Appears during VSC (Voice Squelch Control) func-
➥ Shows transmit output power, ALC and SWR tion is activated.
during transmit.
!2 MODE INDICATORS (p. 23)
e VOX INDICATOR (p. 54) Shows the selected operating mode.
Appears when the VOX function is activated. • “D” appears when SSB data, AM data or FM data mode
is selected.
r MICROPHONE COMPRESSOR INDICATOR (p. 57)
Appears when the microphone compressor is acti- !3 ANTENNA INDICATOR (p. 74)
vated. Indicates which antenna connector is used for HF/
50 MHz.
t MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH INDICATOR (p. 11)
Indicates the functions assigned to the multi-func- !4 ANTENNA TUNER INDICATORS (pgs. 75, 76)
tion switches ([F1]–[F5]). ➥ “TUNE” appears when the antenna tuner is ON;
“TUNE” appears and flashes during tuning.
y DSP FILTER INDICATOR (p. 49) ➥ “EXT” appears when the optional AH-4 external
Shows the selected IF filter. antenna tuner is connected to [ANT1].
u MEMORY CHANNEL READOUTS (p. 61)
Shows the selected memory channel.

i SELECT MEMORY CHANNEL INDICATOR (p. 71)

Appears when the selected memory channel is set
as a select memory channel.

o BLANK MEMORY INDICATOR (p. 61)

Appears when the selected memory channel is
blank.

9
 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

■ LCD display (continued)

@9

@8
@7
@6
!5 @5
!6 @4
!7
@3
!8
!9 @2
@0 @1

!5 BREAK-IN INDICATORS (p. 55) @4 NOISE REDUCTION INDICATOR (p. 52)

➥ “F BK-IN” appears when the full break-in func- Appears when the noise reduction is activated.
tion is activated.
➥ “BK-IN” appears when the semi break-in function @5 NOTCH INDICATORS (p. 52)
is activated. ➥ “NOTCH” appears when the manual notch func-
tion is activated.
!6 MONITOR INDICATOR (p. 56) ➥ “ANOTCH” appears when the automatic notch
Appears when the monitor function is activated. function is activated.

!7 PREAMP INDICATORS (p. 47) @6 SPLIT INDICATOR (pgs. 58, 59)

Appears when the preamp is activated. Appears during split operation.

!8 ATTENUATOR INDICATOR (p. 47) @7 MEMORY INDICATOR (p. 61)

Appears when the attenuator is activated. Appears during memory mode.

!9 AGC INDICATORS (p. 48) @8 VFO INDICATORS (p. 20)

Shows the selected AGC time constant. Indicates whether VFO A or VFO B is selected.
• “F” for AGC fast; “M” for AGC middle; “S” for AGC
slow; “-OFF” for AGC OFF. @9 RIT/∂TX INDICATORS (pgs. 47, 56)
Appears during RIT or ∂TX operation and indicates
@0 NOISE BLANKER INDICATOR (p. 50) the frequency offset.
Appears when the noise blanker is activated.

@1 DTCS INDICATOR (p. 43)

Appears during DTCS operation.

@2 TONE SQUELCH INDICATORS

➥ “T” appears when the repeater tone is activated.
(p. 44)
➥ “TSQL” appears during tone squelch operation.
(p. 42)

@3 DUPLEX INDICATOR (p. 44)

“DUP–” or “DUP+” appears during repeater opera-
tion.

10
 1 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Multi function switches

D M1 FUNCTIONS 1⁄4 TUNING FUNCTION (p. 21)
During SSB operation
1/4 Push to turn the 1⁄4 tuning function ON/
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP F3 OFF.
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
• “ ” indicator appears when the 1⁄4 tuning
function is ON.

During SSB data operation TRANSMISSION BANDWIDTH (p. 57)

TBW Push to select the transmission bandwidth.
AGC DUP 1/4 SCP F4
• Bandwidth is selectable from narrow, middle
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 and wide.

MEMORY KEYER MENU (p. 29)

During CW operation KEY Push to select the memory keyer or keyer
AGC DUP 1/4 KEY SCP F4 send menu, depending on the KEYER
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
1st Menu setting in the set mode
(p. 86).

During RTTY operation RTTY MENU (p. 36)

RTY Push to select the RTTY menu.
AGC DUP 1/4 RTY SCP F4
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

BAND SCOPE FUNCTION (p. 46)

During AM operation
SCP Push to select the band scope screen.
AGC DUP CMP SCP F5

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

During FM operation D M2 FUNCTIONS

AGC DUP CMP TON SCP SCN MEM SWR TCN VSC
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

AGC (p. 48) SCAN MENU (p. 69)

AGC ➥ Push momentarily to change the time SCN Push to select the scan menu.
F1 constant of the AGC circuit. F1
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter to the AGC set
mode.
MEMORY NAME MENU (p. 66)
DUPLEX (p. 44)
MEM Push to select the memory name screen.
DUP ➥ Push momentarily to select the duplex F2
F2
direction or turn the function OFF.
• “DUP–” or “DUP+” indicator appears during
duplex operation. SWR GRAPH FUNCTION (p. 60)
➥ Push for 1 sec. to turn the one-touch re- SWR Push to indicate the SWR graph screen.
peater function ON/OFF.
F3

SPEECH COMPRESSOR (p. 57)

CMP ➥ Push momentarily to turn the speech TONE CONTROL SET MODE (p. 88)
F3 compressor function ON/OFF. TCN Push to enter the audio tone set mode.
• “COMP” indicator appears when the speech
F4
compressor is ON.
➥ Push for 1 sec. to enter to the compres-
sor set mode. VSC FUNCTION (p. 53)
VSC Push to turn the VSC (Voice Squelch Con-
F5 trol) function ON and OFF.

11
 PANEL DESCRIPTION 1

■ Microphone (HM-36)
q

q UP/DOWN SWITCHES [UP]/[DN] w PTT SWITCH

Change the selected readout frequency or memory Push and hold to transmit; release to receive.
channel.
• Continuous pushing changes the frequency or memory
channel number continuously.
• While pushing [XFC], the transmit readout frequency
can be controlled while in split frequency operation.
• The [UP]/[DN] switch can simulate a key paddle. Preset
in the keyer set mode. (p. 34)

• MICROPHONE CONNECTOR
(Front panel view)
[MIC]
Pin No. FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
i Main readout AF output
(varies with [AF]/[BAL]) w +8 V DC output Max. 10 mA
Frequency up Ground
q Microphone input u GND e
(Microphone ground) Frequency down Ground through 470 
w +8 V DC output y GND (PTT ground) Squelch open “Low” level
r
e Frequency up/down t PTT Squelch closed “High” level

r Main readout squelch switch CAUTION: DO NOT short pin 2 to ground as this
can damage the internal 8 V regulator.
NOTE: DC voltage is applied to pin 1 for micro-
phone operation. Take care when using a non-Icom
microphone.

• HM-36 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM

MICROPHONE MICROPHONE CABLE MICROPHONE PLUG

+ 2k
10μ 4700p
+

MIC 0.33μ
4700p
ELEMENT

q u
w i y
DOWN UP e t
r

PTT RECEIVE 470

TRANSMIT

12
 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Unpacking ■ Antenna connection

After unpacking, immediately report any damage to For radio communications, the antenna is of critical
the delivering carrier or dealer. Keep the shipping car- importance, along with output power and sensitivity.
tons. Select antenna(s), such as a well-matched 50 Ω an-
tenna, and feedline. 1.5:1 or better of Voltage Stand-
For a description and a diagram of accessory equip- ing Wave Ratio (VSWR) is recommended for your de-
ment included with the IC-7400, see ‘Supplied acces- sired band. Of course, the transmission line should be
sories’ on p. ii of this manual. a coaxial cable.

When using 1 antenna, use the [ANT1] connector.

■ Selecting a location CAUTION: Protect your transceiver from light-
ning by using a lightning arrestor.
Select a location for the transceiver that allows ade-
quate air circulation, free from extreme heat, cold, or
vibrations, and away from TV sets, TV antenna ele-
ments, radios and other electromagnetic sources. PL-259 CONNECTOR INSTALLATION EXAMPLE

The base of the transceiver has an adjustable stand q 30 mm Slide the coupling ring
for desktop use. Set the stand to one of two angles de-
down. Strip the cable
pending on your operating conditions. jacket and soft solder.
Coupling ring 10 mm (soft solder)

w 10 mm Soft Strip the cable as

solder shown at left. Soft
solder the center con-
1–2 mm ductor.
solder solder
e Slide the connector
body on and solder it.

r Screw the coupling

ring onto the connec-
tor body.
■ Grounding
To prevent electrical shock, television interference 30 mm ≈ 9⁄8 in 10 mm ≈ 3⁄8 in 1–2 mm ≈ 1⁄16 in
(TVI), broadcast interference (BCI) and other prob-
lems, ground the transceiver through the GROUND
terminal on the rear panel.
Antenna SWR
Each antenna is tuned for a specified frequency
For best results, connect a heavy gauge wire or strap range and SWR may be increased out-of-range.
to a long earth-sunk copper rod. Make the distance When the SWR is higher than approx. 2.0:1, the
between the [GND] terminal and ground as short as transceiver’s power drops to protect the final transis-
possible. tor. In this case, an antenna tuner is useful to match
the transceiver and antenna. Low SWR allows full
R WARNING: NEVER connect the [GND] power for transmitting even when using the antenna
terminal to a gas or electric pipe, since the connec- tuner. The IC-7400 has an SWR meter to monitor
tion could cause an explosion or electric shock. the antenna SWR continuously.

13
 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2

■ Required connections
• Front panel
i7400 TWIN PBT
CW KEY TUNER ANT
HF/VHF TRANSCEIVER
1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3
POWER F-INP
NR NOTCH 10 4 14 5 18 6

TRANSMIT
21 7 24 8 28 9 SPLIT
PBTC MW
GENE 50 0 144 ENT A/B
V/M M-CL

PHONES MP-W MP-R TS

M-CH

NR A/NOTCH
XFC

ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL

RIT ∂TX CLEAR

(dot)
(com) MIC
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
RIT/∂TX

(dash)
MENU SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER

CALL LOCK/
MIC GAIN RF PWR CW PITCH KEY SPEED P.AMP/ATT NB VOX/BK-IN MONITOR SPCH

A straight key can be used

when the internal electronic MICROPHONES (p. 100)
keyer is turned OFF in keyer
set mode. (p. 34)

HM-36 SM-20
(optional)

• Rear panel
ANTENNA 1, 2 (pgs. 13, 74)
144 MHz ANTENNA (pgs. 13, 74) [Example]: ANT1 for 1.8–18 MHz bands
ANT2 for 21–50 MHz bands
Connect a VHF
(60–144 MHz)
antenna;
impedance: 50 Ω.

DC POWER SUPPLY

PS-125
(Optional)

GROUND (p. 13) STRAIGHT KEY

Use the heaviest gauge wire or
(+)
strap available and make the
connection as short as possible.
(_)

Grounding prevents electrical

shocks, TVI and other problems.

14
 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Advanced connections
• Front panel
i7400 HF/VHF TRANSCEIVER TWIN PBT

TUNER ANT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3

POWER F-INP
HEADPHONES NR NOTCH 10 4 14 5 18 6

TRANSMIT
21 7 24 8 28 9 SPLIT
PBTC MW
GENE 50 0 144 ENT A/B
V/M M-CL

PHONES MP-W MP-R TS

M-CH

TX RX
NR A/NOTCH LOCK
XFC

ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL

RIT ∂TX CLEAR

MIC RIT/∂TX
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

MENU SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER

CALL LOCK/
MIC GAIN RF PWR CW PITCH KEY SPEED P.AMP/ATT NB VOX/BK-IN MONITOR SPCH

MIC
The AFSK modulation signal
can be input from [MIC]. (p. 77)

• Rear panel
ANTENNA 1, 2 (p. 17)
AH-4 (p. 76)
Connects a linear amplifier,
AH-2b antenna selector, etc.

When using the AH-4, it must

be connected to the [ANT1]
connector.

[SEND], [ALC] (p. 17)

Used for connecting a
non-Icom linear ampli-
fier.

[DATA] (p. 77)

ACC SOCKETS (pgs. 8, 77)

[REMOTE] (p. 94)

Used for computer control and transceive operation. EXTERNAL SPEAKER (p. 100)

SP-21
(optional)

15
 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 2

■ Power supply connections CAUTION: Before connecting the DC power

cable, check the following important items. Make
Use an optional DC power supply with a 25 A capac- sure:
ity and above when operating the transceiver with AC • The [POWER] switch is OFF.
power. Refer to the diagrams below. • Output voltage of the power source is 12–15 V
when you use a non-Icom power supply.
• DC power cable polarity is correct.
Red : positive + terminal
Black : negative _ terminal

CONNECTING PS-125 DC POWER SUPPLY

PS-125 Transceiver

DC power
Connect to an AC outlet socket
using the supplied AC cable.

DC power cable

CONNECTING A DC POWER SUPPLY

• Connecting with OPC-025D • Connecting with OPC-639
Transceiver to DC power Transceiver
socket

A DC power supply to ground A DC power supply

AC outlet terminal AC outlet
to DC power
socket

13.8 V 13.8 V
; at least 23 A ; at least 23 A
Black Red Black Red
_ + _ +
Supplied
Supplied DC
DC power cable
power cable
(OPC-639)
(OPC-025D)
AC cable AC cable
30 A fuses 30 A fuses
CONNECTING A VEHICLE BATTERY

NEVER connect to NOTE: Use terminals for

a 24 V battery. the cable connections.

+ red Crimp
_ black
Grommet

12 V Solder
battery
Supplied
DC power cable
NEVER connect to a battery without supplied DC
fuses, otherwise a fire hazard may occur.
16
 2 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Linear amplifier connections

CONNECTING THE IC-PW1/EURO Use the [ANT1] connector when connecting a linear amplifier.
Remote control cable (supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)
To an
antenna ACC(1) ACC cable (supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)

ANT REMOTE
Coaxial cable
INPUT1 (supplied with the IC-PW1/EURO)

Be sure to connect the cable

REMOTE
to the 7-pin ACC(2) jack.

EXCITER ACC(2) ANT1

1 1&2

GND
GND

IC-PW1/EURO
AC outlet Ground Transceiver
(Non-European versions : 100–120/220–240 V
European version : 230 V)

Turn OFF the transceiver’s antenna tuner while tuning the IC-PW1/EURO’s tuner.

CONNECTING A NON-ICOM LINEAR AMPLIFIER

50 Ω coaxial cable R WARNING:
To an Set the transceiver output power and linear ampli-
antenna fier ALC output level referring to the linear amplifier
ANT1
instruction manual. Be sure the linear amplifier key-
Transceiver ing circuit control voltage is compatible with the IC-
RF OUTPUT RF INPUT 7400, before connecting to [SEND] jack.
ALC
The ALC input level must be in the range 0 V to
SEND
–4 V, and the transceiver does not accept positive
voltage. Non-matched ALC and RF power settings
Non-Icom linear amplifier ALC SEND could cause a fire or ruin the linear amplifier.
The specifications for the SEND relay are 16 V/DC
0.5 A. If this level is exceeded, a large external
relay must be used.

■ External antenna tuner connection

CONNECTING THE AH-4
The AH-4 must be connected to [ANT1].
Long wire or optional AH-2b
Coaxial cable (from AH-4)

ANT1
Transceiver

AH-4
Ground
Control cable
17
 BASIC OPERATION 3
■ When first applying power (CPU resetting)
Before first applying power, make sure all connections
required for your system are complete by referring to
Chapter 2. Then, reset the transceiver using the fol-
lowing procedure.

NOTE: When first applying power or when operat-

ing in cold environments, the display may flicker or
appear faint. This is normal and will disappear once
the transceiver has warmed up.

q Make sure the transceiver power is OFF. [POWER] [F-INP] [M-CL]

w While pushing [M-CL] and [F-INP], push [POWER]
for 1 sec. to turn power ON.
• The internal CPU is reset.
• The transceiver displays its initial VFO frequency when
resetting is complete.
e Correct the set mode settings after resetting, if de-
sired.

Resetting CLEARS all programmed contents in

memory channels and returns programmed values
in set mode to default values.

■ Initial settings
After resetting the transceiver, set controls and CW : Clockwise
switches as shown in the figure below. CCW : Counterclockwise

[NR]: Max. CCW [NOTCH]: Max. CCW

i7400 HF/VHF TRANSCEIVER TWIN PBT

TUNER ANT 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3

POWER F-INP
NR NOTCH 10 4 14 5 18 6

TRANSMIT
21 7 24 8 28 9 SPLIT
[TRANSMIT]: OFF PBTC MW
GENE 50 0 144 ENT A/B
V/M M-CL

PHONES MP-W MP-R TS

M-CH

TX RX
NR A/NOTCH LOCK
XFC

ELEC-KEY AF RF/SQL

RIT ∂TX CLEAR

[AF]: Max. CCW MIC

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
RIT/∂TX

MENU SSB CW/RTTY AM/FM FILTER

[RF/SQL]: 12 o’clock
[MIC GAIN]: Max. CCW CALL LOCK/
MIC GAIN RF PWR CW PITCH KEY SPEED P.AMP/ATT NB VOX/BK-IN MONITOR SPCH

[RF PWR]: Max. CCW [CW PITCH]: 12 o’clock [KEY SPEED]: Max. CCW

18
 3 BASIC OPERATION

■ Selecting an operating band

The transceiver has a triple band stacking register. Band keys
This means that the last 3 operating frequencies and
modes used on a particular band are automatically
memorized.

See the table below for a list of the bands available

and the default settings for each register.

BAND REGISTER 1 REGISTER 2 REGISTER 3

1.8 MHz 1.900000 MHz CW 1.910000 MHz CW 1.915000 MHz CW
3.5 MHz 3.550000 MHz LSB 3.560000 MHz LSB 3.580000 MHz LSB
7 MHz 7.050000 MHz LSB 7.060000 MHz LSB 7.020000 MHz CW
10 MHz 10.120000 MHz CW 10.130000 MHz CW 10.140000 MHz CW
14 MHz 14.100000 MHz USB 14.200000 MHz USB 14.050000 MHz CW
18 MHz 18.100000 MHz USB 18.130000 MHz USB 18.150000 MHz USB
21 MHz 21.200000 MHz USB 21.300000 MHz USB 21.050000 MHz CW
24 MHz 24.950000 MHz USB 24.980000 MHz USB 24.900000 MHz CW
28 MHz 28.500000 MHz USB 29.500000 MHz USB 28.100000 MHz CW
50 MHz 50.100000 MHz USB 50.200000 MHz USB 51.000000 MHz FM
144 MHz 145.000000 MHz FM 145.100000 MHz FM 145.200000 MHz FM
General 15.000000 MHz USB 15.100000 MHz USB 15.200000 MHz USB

D Using the band stacking registers [Example]: 14 MHz band

q Push [14 5], then select a frequency and an oper-
ating mode. 1.8 1 3.5 2 7 3
• Frequency and operating mode are memorized in the
first band stacking register.
10 4 14 5 18 6
w Push [14 5] again, then select another frequency
and operating mode.
21 7 24 8 28 9
• This frequency and operating mode are memorized in
the second band stacking register.
GENE 50 0 144 ENT
e Push [14 5] again, then select another frequency
and operating mode.
• This frequency and operating mode are memorized in
the third band stacking register.
• When a fourth frequency and operating mode are se-
lected on a band, the first register set in step q, is over-
written.

19
 BASIC OPERATION 3

■ Selecting VFO/memory mode

VFO is an abbreviation of Variable Frequency Oscilla- [V/M]
tor, and is commonly referred to as a main tuning func-
tion. The tuning dial is often called the “VFO knob.”

➥ Push [V/M] to switch between VFO and memory

modes.
• Pushing [V/M] for 1 sec. transfers the contents of the
selected memory channel to VFO mode (p. 65).

■ VFO operation
The transceiver has 2 VFOs and are called VFO A and
VFO B. You can use the desired VFO to call up a fre-
quency and operating mode for your operation.

D Selecting the VFO A/B [A/B]

➥ Push [A/B] to switch between the VFO A and
VFO B.
• “VFO A” or “VFO B” appears.

Either one appears

D VFO equalization
➥ Push [A/B] for 1 sec. to equalize the undisplayed
VFO condition to the displayed VFO.
• 3 beeps sound when the VFO equalization is completed.

CONVENIENT
Use two VFOs as a quick memory
When you find a new station, but you wish to continue Push A /B for 1 sec.
searching, the Two VFO system can be used for quick mem-
ory storage.

q Push [A/B] for 1 sec. to store the displayed frequency into

the undisplayed VFO.
w Continue searching for stations.
e Push [A/B] to retrieve the stored frequency.
r To continue searching for a station, push [A/B] again.

20
 3 BASIC OPERATION

■ Frequency setting
The transceiver has several tuning methods for conve-
nient frequency tuning.

D Tuning with the tuning dial Band keys

q Push the desired band key on the keypad 1–3
times.
• 3 different frequencies can be selected on each band
with the band key. (p. 19)
w Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired frequency.

If the dial lock function is activated, the lock indica-

tor lights, and the tuning dial does not function. In
this case, push [LOCK/SPCH] to deactivate the lock
function. (see p. 52 for details) Tuning dial

D Quick tuning step

The operating frequency can be changed in kHz steps
(0.1, 1, 5, 9, 10, 12.5, 20 or 25 kHz selectable) for
quick tuning.

q Push [SSB], [CW/RTTY] or [AM/FM] to select the

desired operation mode.
w Push [TS] momentarily to activate the quick tuning
function.
• “▼” appears. Select mode [TS]
e Push [TS] for 1 sec. to enter the tuning step set
mode. SSB
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired tuning
1kHz
step.
t Push [TS] to exit the tuning step set mode.

D 1⁄4 Tuning step function (SSB data, CW and RTTY only)

While operating in SSB data/CW/RTTY, the 1⁄4 func-
tion is available for critical tuning. Dial rotation is re-
duced to 1⁄4 of normal when the 1⁄4 function is in use.

➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F3 1/4]

to toggle the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.

1⁄4 indicator

D Auto tuning step function

When rotating the tuning dial rapidly, the tuning step
automatically changes several times as selected.

q Push [MENU] for 1 sec. to enter the set mode. DIAL Auto TS
w Push [F1≤] or [F2 ≥] to select the DIAL Auto 27 HIGH
TS item.
e Rotate the tuning dial to select the function
ON (HIGH or LOW) and OFF.
• HIGH : Approx. 5 times faster
• LOW : Approx. 2 times faster
• OFF : Auto tuning step is turned OFF.
r Push [MENU] to exit the set mode.

21
 BASIC OPERATION 3

D Selecting the 1 Hz step

The minimum tuning step of 1 Hz can be used for fine
tuning.

q Push [TS] momentarily to turn the quick tuning step

OFF
• “▼” disappears.
w Push [TS] for 1 sec. to toggle the 1 Hz tuning step
ON and OFF.
[TS]

1 Hz indicator

D Band edge warning beep

When selecting a frequency that lies outside of a
band’s specified frequency range, a warning beep
sounds.
This function can be turned OFF in set mode, if de-
sired. (p. 81)

D Frequency setting with the keypad

The transceiver has a keypad for direct frequency Lights when keypad input is activated.
entry as described below. Keypad [F-INP]

q Push [F-INP].
• F-INP indicator lights
w Input the desired frequency.
• Input “ • ” (decimal point) between the MHz units and
kHz units.
e Push [144 ENT] to enter the input frequency.
• To cancel the input, push [A/B] instead of [144 ENT].

[EXAMPLE]
14.025 MHz
Push F-INP 1.8 1 10 4 GENE 50 0 3.5 2 14 5 144 ENT

706 kHz
Push F-INP 50 0 GENE 21 7 50 0 18 6 144 ENT

21.280 MHz 21.245 MHz

Push F-INP GENE 3.5 2 10 4 14 5 144 ENT

22
 3 BASIC OPERATION

■ Operating mode selection

SSB (USB/LSB), SSB data (USB data/LSB data), CW,
CW reverse (CW-R), RTTY, RTTY-R (RTTY reverse),
AM, AM data, FM and FM data modes are available in
the IC-7400. Select the desired operation mode as fol-
lows.

To select a mode of operation, push the desired mode

switch momentarily. Push the switch again to toggle
between USB and LSB, CW/CW-R and RTTY/RTTY-
[SSB] [CW/RTTY] [AM/FM]
R, AM and FM, if necessary. Push the switch for 1 sec.
to toggle between CW and CW-R, RTTY and RTTY-R,
or to select data mode, if necessary.
See the diagram below right for the order of selection.

Microphone signals are muted when data mode is

selected.

• Selecting SSB mode

➥ Push [SSB] to select USB or LSB.
SSB

D USB USB LSB D LSB

• USB is selected first when above 10 MHz; or LSB is se-
lected first when below 10 MHz operation.
• After USB or LSB is selected, push [SSB] to toggle be- CW/RTTY

tween USB and LSB. CW-R CW RTTY RTTY-R

• After USB or LSB is selected, push [SSB] for 1 sec. to
select USB data or LSB data mode, respectively.
AM/FM

• Selecting CW/RTTY mode D AM AM FM D FM

➥ Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or RTTY.
• After CW/CW-R or RTTY/RTTY-R is selected, push
Push mode switch Push mode switch
[CW/RTTY] to toggle between CW and RTTY.
for 1 sec. momentarily.
• After CW or RTTY is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for
1 sec. to toggle between CW and CW reverse, or, RTTY
and RTTY reverse mode, respectively.

• Selecting AM/FM mode

➥ Push [AM/FM] to select AM or FM.
• After AM or FM is selected, push [AM/FM] to toggle be-
tween AM and FM mode.
• After AM or FM is selected, push [AM/FM] for 1 sec. to
select AM data or FM data mode, respectively.

■ Volume setting
➥ Rotate [AF] control to output a suitable audio level. [AF] control

AF RF/SQL

Decreases Increases

No audio output Max. audio output

23
 BASIC OPERATION 3

■ Squelch and receive (RF) sensitivity

Adjusts the RF gain and squelch threshold level. [RF/SQL] control
The squelch removes noise output from the speaker
(closed position) when no signal is received.
• The squelch is particularly effective for FM. It is also avail-
able for other modes.
• The control can be set as the RF gain control only (squelch
is fixed open) or squelch control (RF gain is fixed at maxi-
mum) in set mode (p. 81). See below right.
• The 11 to 12 o’clock position is recommended for any set-
ting of the [RF/SQL] control.

• When setting as RF gain/squelch control

Noise squelch (FM mode)
SET MODE OPERATION
Can be used in all modes. Recommended level
Squelch is
RF+SQL Functions as noise squelch or S-meter open.
(default) squelch in AM and FM; S-meter squelch Maximum
RF gain
only in other modes.
➥ Operates as a squelch control. RF gain
SQL adjustable S-meter
• RF gain is fixed at max. sensitivity. range squelch
➥ Operates as an RF gain control in
SSB, CW and RTTY.
AUTO • Squelch is fixed open. • When functioning as RF gain control (Squelch is
➥ Operates as a squelch control in fixed open; SSB, CW, RTTY only)
AM and FM.
• RF gain is fixed at max. sensitivity.
Maximum
RF gain
Adjustable
Adjusting RF gain (Receive sensitivity) range
Normally, [RF/SQL] is set to the 11 o’clock position.
Rotate [RF/SQL] to the 11 o’clock position for maxi- Minimum RF gain
mum sensitivity.
• Rotating counterclockwise from the maximum position re-
• When functioning as squelch control (RF gain is
duces sensitivity.
• The S-meter indicates receive sensitivity. fixed at maximum)
Noise squelch (FM mode)
Noise squelch
threshold
S-meter squelch
(FM mode)
threshold

Squelch is S-meter
Adjusting squelch (Removing non-signal noise) open. squelch
Rotate [RF/SQL] clockwise when receiving no signal,
until the noise just disappears.
• [RX] indicator light goes out. Shallow Deep
• Rotating [RF/SQL] past the threshold point invokes the S-
meter squelch— this allows you to set a minimum signal
level needed to open the squelch.

24
 3 BASIC OPERATION

■ Basic transmit operation

Before transmitting, monitor your selected oper-
ating frequency to make sure transmitting won’t
cause interference to other stations on the same
frequency. It’s good Amateur practice to listen
first, and then, even if nothing is heard, ask “is
the frequency in use” once or twice, before you
begin operating on that frequency.

D Transmitting
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator
Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating
frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause inter-
ference to other stations on the same frequency.

q Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to trans-

mit.
• The [TX] indicator lights red.
w Push [TRANSMIT] again or release [PTT] (micro-
phone) to return to receive.
[MIC GAIN] [RF PWR]

D Microphone gain adjustment

Before transmitting, monitor your selected operating
frequency to make sure transmitting won’t cause inter-
ference to other stations on the same frequency.

q Push [PTT] (microphone) to transmit.

• Talk into the microphone at your normal voice level.
w While talking into the microphone, rotate [MIC
GAIN] so that the ALC meter reading doesn’t go
outside the ALC zone (see right).
e Release [PTT] (microphone) to return to receive. ALC zone

25
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4
■ Operating SSB
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator Band keys
q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [SSB] to select LSB or USB.
• Below 10 MHz LSB is automatically selected; above
10 MHz USB is automatically selected.
e Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
r Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired signal.
• S-meter indicates received signal strength.
t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to trans-
mit.
• The TX indicator lights red. [MIC GAIN] [SSB] Tuning dial
y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice “LSB” or “USB” appears
level.
• Adjust [MIC GAIN] at this step, if necessary.
u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive

• Preamp and attenuator (p. 47) • Auto notch filter (p. 52)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] several times to set the pre- ➥ Push [A/NOTCH] to turn the auto or manual
amp OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. notch function ON and OFF.
• “P.AMP1,” “P.AMP2” or “P.AMP” appears when the • Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating fre-
preamp 1, preamp 2 or preamp is set to ON, respec- quency for manual notch operation.
tively. (depending on operating frequency band)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] for 1 sec. to set the attenua- • Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 51)
tor ON. ➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
• Push [P.AMP/ATT] momentarily to turn the attenua- • Push [PBTC] to clear the settings.
tor OFF.
• “ATT” appears when the attenuator is set to ON. • AGC (auto gain control) (p. 48)
➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F1 AGC]
• Noise blanker (p. 50) several times to select AGC F, AGC M, AGC S
➥ Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker ON and OFF. or AGC OFF.
• “NB” appears when the noise blanker is set to ON.
• Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter noise blanker set mode. • VSC (voice squelch control) (p. 53)
➥ While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F5 VSC]
• Noise reduction (p. 52) to turn the VSC function ON and OFF.
➥ Push [NR] to turn the noise reduction ON and OFF. • The VSC indicator appears when the voice squelch
• Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level. function is set to ON.
• “NR” appears when the noise reduction is set to ON.

D Convenient functions for transmit

• Speech compressor (p. 57) • Transmit quality monitor (p. 56)
➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F3 CMP] ➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON
to turn the speech compressor ON and OFF. and OFF.
• “COMP” appears when the speech compressor is set • “MONI” appears when the monitor function is set to
to ON. ON.

• VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 54) • Audio tone control (p. 88)
➥ Push [VOX/BK-IN] to turn the VOX function ON ➥ While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F4
and OFF. TCN], select an item with [F1 ≤] and [F2 ≥] then
• “VOX” appears when the VOX function is set to ON. rotate the tuning dial to adjust the audio tone.

26
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Operating CW
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator Band keys
q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW.
• After CW mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec.
to toggle between CW and CW-R modes.
e Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
r Rotate the tuning dial to simultaneously tune a de-
sired signal and its side tone.
• S-meter indicates received signal strength.
t Push [TRANSMIT] to transmit. [CW PITCH] [CW/RTTY] Tuning dial
• The TX indicator lights red. [KEY SPEED] “CW” or “CW-R” appears
y Use the electric keyer or paddle to key your CW
signals.
• The Po meter indicates transmitted CW signal strength.
u Adjust CW speed with [KEY SPEED].
i Push [TRANSMIT] to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive

• Preamp and attenuator (p. 47) • Auto notch filter (p. 52)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] several times to set the pre- ➥ Push [A/NOTCH] to turn the auto or manual
amp OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. notch function ON and OFF.
• “P.AMP1,” “P.AMP2” or “P.AMP” appears when the • Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating fre-
preamp 1, preamp 2 or preamp is set to ON, respec- quency for manual notch operation.
tively. (depending on operating frequency band)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] for 1 sec. to set the attenuator • Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 51)
ON. ➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
• Push [P.AMP/ATT] momentarily to turn the attenuator • Push [PBTC] to clear the settings.
OFF.
• “ATT” appears when the attenuator is set to ON. • AGC (auto gain control) (p. 48)
➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F1 AGC]
• Noise blanker (p. 50) several times to select AGC F, AGC M, AGC S
➥ Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker ON and OFF. or AGC OFF.
• “NB” appears when the noise blanker is set to ON.
• Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter noise blanker set mode. • 1⁄4 function (p. 21)
➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F3 1/4]
• Noise reduction (p. 52) to turn the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.
➥ Push [NR] to turn the noise reduction ON and OFF.
• Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
• “NR” appears when the noise reduction is set to ON.

D Convenient functions for transmit

• Break-in function (p. 55)
➥ Push [VOX/BK-IN] several times to set the break-
in OFF, semi break-in or full break-in.
• “BK-IN” or “F BK-IN” appears when the semi break-
in or full break-in is set to ON, respectively.

27
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

D About CW reverse mode

CW reverse mode receives CW signals with a re-
verse side CW carrier point like that of LSB and USB
modes.
Push for 1 sec.
Use when interfering signals are near a desired signal CW/RTTY

and you want to change the interference tone.

BFO BFO
q Push [CW/RTTY] several times to select CW mode. Interference Desired signal Interference Desired signal
w Push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec. to select CW or CW-R
mode. CW mode (LSB side) CW-R mode (USB side)
• Check the interfering tone.

D About CW pitch control

The received CW audio pitch and monitored CW audio
can be adjusted to suit your preference (300 to 900 Hz
in 25 Hz steps) without changing the operating fre-
quency.

[CW PITCH]

D About keying speed

The transceiver’s internal electronic keyer speed can
be adjusted from 6 to 60 wpm.
➥ Rotate [KEY SPEED] clockwise to increase key-
ing speed; counterclockwise to decrease keying
speed.

[KEY SPEED]

D CW side tone function

When the transceiver is in the receive condition (and
the break-in function is OFF— p. 55) you can listen to
the tone of your CW signal without actually transmit-
ting. This allows you to match your transmit signal ex-
actly to another station’s. This also convenient for CW
practice. CW side tone level can be adjusted in keyer
set mode (p. 33).

28
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Electronic keyer functions

The transceiver has a number of convenient functions
for the electronic keyer that can be accessed from the
memory keyer menu.

q Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW mode.

w Push [MENU] to select M1.
e Push [F4 KEY] to select the memory keyer menu.
• The selectable menu can be changed with the keyer
send menu in the set mode. (p. 86)
r Push one of the multi-function keys ([F1] to [F5]) to
select an item in the memory keyer menu. See the
diagram below.
• Push [MENU] to return to the previous indication. [MENU] [CW/RTTY]

D IN CW MODE
• Keyer send menu (p. 30)

M1 M2 M3 M4 -1
Push F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
[F2]

• Edit menu (p. 31)

Push
[F3] CQ TEST CQ TEST
AGC DUP 1/4 KEY SCP
M1 ç å DEL SPC
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push [F4]

Push [MENU] • Contest number set mode (p. 32)

• Memory keyer menu Push
[F4]
Number Style
1 Normal
SND EDT 001 SET
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push
• Keyer set mode (p. 33)
[F5]
Side Tone Level
1 5O%
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

29
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

D Memory keyer send menu

Pre-set characters can be sent using the keyer send
menu. Contents of the memory keyer are set using the
edit menu.

• Transmitting
q While M1 is selected in CW mode, push [F4 KEY]
to select the memory keyer menu.
w Push [F2 SND] to select the keyer send menu.
e Push [TRANSMIT] to set the transceiver to trans-
mit, or set the break-in function ON (p. 55).
r Push one of the function keys ([F1] to [F4]) to send
the contents of the memory keyer.
• Pushing a function key for 1 sec. repeatedly sends the
contents; push any function key to cancel the transmis-
sion.
• The contest number counter, above [F5], is incremented
each time the contents are sent. 001
• Push [F5] to reduce the contact number count by 1 M1 M2 M3 M4 -1
when resending contents to unanswered calls.
For your information F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

When an external keypad is connected to the

pin 3 and pin 7 of the [MIC] connector, the pro-
grammed contents, M1—M4, can be transmitted
without selecting the keyer send menu.
See p. 86 for details.
t Push [MENU] 2 times to return to M1.

M1 send indication M2 send indication

CQ TEST CQ 001 UR 5NN001 B 001
M2 M3 M4 -1 M1 M3 M4 -1
F1 F2

Repeat send indication M2 send indication

CQ TEST CQ 001 UR 5NN001 B 001
M2 M3 M4 -1 M1 M3 M4 -1

Repeat indicators Count up trigger Counter

indicator

M3 send indication M4 send indication

CFM TU 001 QRZ?
M1 M2 M4 -1 M1 M2 M3 -1
F3 F4

30
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D Editing a memory keyer

The contents of the memory keyer memories can be
set using the memory keyer edit menu. The memory
keyer can memorize and re-transmit 4 CW key codes
for often-used CW sentences, contact numbers, etc.
Total capacity of the memory keyer is 50 characters
per memory channel.

• Programming contents
q Push [MENU] to select M1, then push [F4 KEY] to • Edit menu
select the memory keyer menu.
w Push [F3 EDIT] to select edit menu.
• Memory keyer contents of the Channel 1 (M1) is indi-
cated.
• Push [F5] to manually increment the contest number.
e Push [F1] to select the desired memory keyer chan-
nel to be edited.
r Input the desired character by rotating the tuning
dial or by pushing the keypad for number input.
• Selectable characters (with the tuning dial);
CQ TEST CQ TEST
M1 ç å DEL SPC
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T
U V W X Y Z / ? . , * ^ F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

NOTE:
“^” is used to transmit a following word with no Move cursor left/right Input space
space such as AR. Put “^” before a text string Select M1 to M4 Clear character
such as ^AR, and the string “AR ” is sent with no
space.
“*” is used to insert the CW contact number. The • M2 default indication
contact number automatically increments by 1. UR 5NN* BK
This function is only available for one memory
M2 ç å DEL SPC
keyer channel at a time. Memory keyer channel
M2 used “*” by default.
When inputting an asterisk,
t Push [F2 ç] or [F3 å] to move the cursor back- the counter is incremented by 1.
wards or forwards, respectively.
y Repeat steps r and t to input the desired charac- • M3 default indication
ters. CFM TU
u Push [MENU] 2 times to return to M1.
M3 ç å DEL SPC

Pre-programmed contents • M4 default indication

CH Contents QRZ?
M1 CQ TEST CQ TEST DE JA1 JA1 TEST M4 ç å DEL SPC
M2 UR 5NN* BK
M3 CFM TU
M4 QRZ? Example display— when inputting ÒQSL TU
DE JA3YUA TESTÓ into M3.

QSL TU DE JA3Y
M3 ç å DEL SPC

DE JA3YUA TEST
M3 ç å DEL SPC

31
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

D Contest number set mode

This menu is used to set the contest (serial) number
and count up trigger, etc.

• Setting contents
q Push [MENU] to select M1, then push [F4 KEY] to
select the memory keyer menu.
w Push [F4 001] to enter the contest number set
mode.
e Push [F1≤] or [F2 ≥] to select the desired set item.
r Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select a default condition or value.
t Push [MENU] 2 times to return to M1.
Side Tone Level
1 5O%
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Set item up/down

1. Number Style
This item sets the numbering system used for contact Number Style
(serial) numbers— normal or morse cut numbers.
1 Normal
• Normal : Does not use morse cut number
(default)
• 190 ANO : Sets 1 as A, 9 as N and 0 as O.
• 190 ANT : Sets 1 as A, 9 as N and 0 as T.
• 90 NO : Sets 9 as N and 0 as O.
• 90 NT : Sets 9 as N and 0 as T.

2. Count Up Trig
This selects which of the four memory slots will have Count Up Trig
the contest serial number exchange. The count up 2 M2
trigger allows the serial number to e automatically
incremented after each complete serial number ex-
change is sent.
• M1, M2, M3 and M4 can be set. (default: M2)

3. Present Number
This item shows the current number for the count up
Present Number
trigger channel set above.
• Rotate the tuning dial to change the number, or push 3 CLR 001
[F3 CLR] for 1 sec. to reset the current number to 001.

32
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D Keyer set mode

This set mode is used to set the CW side tone, mem-
ory keyer repeat time, dash weight, paddle specifica-
tions, keyer type, etc.

• Setting contents
q Push [MENU] to select M1, then push [F4 KEY] to
select the memory keyer menu.
w Push [F5 SET] to select keyer set mode.
e Push [F1≤] or [F2 ≥] to select the desired set item.
r Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select a default condition or value.
t Push [MENU] 2 times to return to M1.

Side Tone Level

1 5O%
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Set item up/down

1. Side Tone Level

This item sets the CW side tone output level. Side Tone Level
• 0 to 100% in 1% steps can be selected.
1 5O%

2. Side Tone L-lmt

This item sets the CW side tone level limit. When the Side Tone L-lmt
[AF] control is rotated above a specified level, the CW 2 ON
side tone does not increase.

ON CW side tone level is limited. (default)

OFF CW side tone level is not limited.

3. Repeat Time
When sending CW using the repeat timer, this item Repeat Time
sets the time between transmission. 3 2s
• 1 to 60 sec. in 1 sec. steps can be selected.

4. Dot/Dash Ratio
This item sets the dot/dash ratio. Dot/Dash Ratio
• 1:1:2.8 to 1:1:4.5 (in 0.12 steps) can be selected.
4 1:1:3.O
Keying weight example: Morse code “K”
DOT (fixed*)
Weight setting: DASH DASH
1:1:3 (default)

Weight setting: *SPACE and DOT length can be

Adjusted adjusted with [KEY SPEED] only.
Adjustable range SPACE (fixed*)
33
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

5. Rise Time
This item sets the envelop time period which the out- Rise Time
put power becomes the set transmit power. 5 4ms
• 2, 4, 6 or 8 msec. can be selected.

• About rise time

Tx
Key action
Rx

Tx output power Set Tx power level

Time

6. Paddle Polarity
This item sets the paddle polarity. Paddle Polarity
• Normal and reverse polarity can be selected. 6 NORMAL

7. Keyer Type
This item selects the keyer type for [ELEC-KEY] con- Keyer Type
nector on the front panel. 7 ELEC-KEY
• ELEC-KEY, BUG KEY and Straight key can be selected.

8. MIC U/D Keyer

This item allows you to set the microphone [UP]/[DN] MIC U/D Keyer
keys to be used as a paddle. 8 OFF
ON [UP]/[DN] switches can be used for CW.
OFF [UP]/[DN] switches cannot be used for
CW.

NOTE: When “ON” is selected, the frequency and

memory channel cannot be changed using
the [UP]/[DN] switches.

34
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Operating RTTY (FSK)

Before operating RTTY, be sure to consult the manual
that comes with your TNC.

q Push a band key to select the desired band. [TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator Band keys
w Push [CW/RTTY] several times to select RTTY.
• After RTTY mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for
1 sec. to toggle RTTY and RTTY-R modes.
e Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
r Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired signal.
• S-meter indicates received signal strength.
• If the received signal cannot be demodulated, try select-
ing RTTY-R mode.
t Push [TRANSMIT] to set the transceiver to the [CW/RTTY] Tuning dial
transmit condition or transmit a SEND signal from
your TNC. “RTTY” or “RTTY-R” appears
• The TX indicator lights red.
• The Po meter indicates transmitted RTTY signal strength.
y Operate the connected PC or TNC (TU) to transmit
RTTY (FSK) signals.
• Adjust [MIC GAIN] at this step, if necessary.
u Push [TRANSMIT] to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive

• Preamp and attenuator (p. 47) • Noise reduction (p. 52)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] several times to set the pre- ➥ Push [NR] to turn the noise reduction ON and OFF.
amp OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. • Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
• “P.AMP1,” “P.AMP2” or “P.AMP” appears when the • “NR” appears when the noise reduction is set to ON.
preamp 1, preamp 2 or preamp is set to ON, respec-
tively. (depending on operating frequency band) • Twin PBT (passband tuning) (p. 51)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] for 1 sec. to set the attenua- ➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner/outer).
tor ON. • Push [PBT C] to clear the settings.
• Push [P.AMP/ATT] momentarily to turn the attenua-
• AGC (auto gain control) (p. 48)
tor OFF.
• “ATT” appears when the attenuator is set to ON. ➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F1 AGC]
several times to select AGC F, AGC M, AGC S
• Noise blanker (p. 50) or AGC OFF.
➥ Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker ON and OFF.
• “NB” appears when the noise blanker is set to ON. • 1⁄4 function (p. 21)
• Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter noise blanker set mode. ➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F3 1/4]
to turn the 1⁄4 function ON and OFF.

D Convenient functions for transmit

• Transmit quality monitor (p. 56)
➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON
and OFF.
• “MONI” appears when the monitor function is set to ON.

35
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

■ RTTY functions
The transceiver has a number of convenient functions
for the RTTY operation that can be accessed from the
RTTY menu.

q Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.

w Push [MENU] to select M1.
e Push [F4 RTY] to select the RTTY menu.
r Push one of the multi-function keys ([F2], [F4] or
[F5]) to select an item in the RTTY menu. See the
diagram below.
• Push [MENU] to return to the previous indication.

[MENU] [CW/RTTY]

D IN RTTY MODE

Switches RTTY filter ON and OFF.

AGC DUP 1/4 RTY SCP DEC FIL SET

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
Push
[F4]
Push [F4]
• RTTY menu Push • RTTY filter set mode (p. 37)
[F4] for
RTTY-FIL ON 1 sec. Band Width
DEC FIL SET 1 35O
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push [F2]
• RTTY decoder screen (p. 38) Push • RTTY set mode (p. 39)
[F5]
RTTY Mark
ADJ 1 2125
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

D About RTTY reverse mode

Received characters are occasionally garbled when Normal Reverse
the receive signal is reversed between MARK and 170 Hz 2125 Hz 2125 Hz 170 Hz
Space. This reversal can be caused by incorrect TNC
connections, setting, commands, etc. To receive re-
versed RTTY signals correctly, select RTTY-R mode.
Space Mark BFO BFO Space Mark
➥ While RTTY mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY]
for 1 sec. to select the RTTY reverse mode.
• “RTTY-R” appears when the RTTY reverse mode is
selected.
• Push [CW/RTTY] for 1 sec. again to select the normal
RTTY mode.
36
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D RTTY filter/Twin peak filter

The transceiver has 5 RTTY filters in addition to nor-
mal IF filters. The passband width can be selected
from 1 kHz, 500 Hz, 350 Hz, 300 Hz and 250 Hz.
When the RTTY filter is turned ON, the RTTY tuning
meter can be used.
Moreover, the twin peak filter changes the receive fre-
quency response by boosting 2 particular frequen-
cies (2125 and 2295 Hz) for better copying of desired
RTTY signals.

• RTTY filter and twin peak filter setting

q Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.
• After RTTY mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for
AGC DUP 1/4 RTY SCP
1 sec. to select RTTY-R mode.
w Push [MENU] several times to select M1. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
e Push [F4 RTY] to select RTTY menu.
r Push [F4 FIL] to turn the RTTY filter ON and OFF. RTTY filter indicator
• When the RTTY filter is turned ON, the normal IF filter
number indication (1, 2 or 3) disappears.
t Push [F4 FIL] for 1 sec. to enter RTTY filter set Rotate the tuning dial to the
mode (see below). point where both sides of the Push [F4]
y Push [F1≤] to select bandwidth item. dots appear equally.
u Rotate the tuning dial to select the RTTY filter width
from 1 kHz, 500 Hz, 350 Hz, 300 Hz and 250 Hz.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select a default value. RTTY-FIL ON
i Push [F2 ≥] to select twin peak filter item.
DEC FIL SET
• The received audio volume may become greater when
the twin peak filter is turned ON. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
o Rotate the tuning dial to turn the twin peak filter
function ON and OFF. Disappears when the RTTY
!0 Push [MENU] 2 times to return to M1. filter is turned OFF.

• RTTY filter set mode

1. Band Width
This item sets the RTTY filter width.
Band Width
• 250, 300, 350, 500 Hz and 1 kHz can be selected.
1 35O

2. Twin Peak FIL

This item turns the twin peak filter ON and OFF. Twin Peak FIL
2 ON

37
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

D RTTY decoder
The transceiver has an RTTY decoder for Baudot
(mark freq.: 2125 Hz, shift freq.: 170 Hz, 45 bps).

An external terminal unit (TU) or terminal node con-

nector (TNC) is not necessary for receiving a Baudot
signal.

q Push [CW/RTTY] to select RTTY mode.

• After RTTY mode is selected, push [CW/RTTY] for
1 sec. to select RTTY-R mode.
w Push [MENU] several times to select M1. AGC DUP 1/4 RTY SCP
e Push [F4 RTY] to select RTTY menu.
r Push [F4 FIL] to turn the RTTY filter ON. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

• The RTTY decoder does not function when the RTTY

filter is turned OFF. Push [F4]
t Push [F2 DEC] to turn the RTTY decoder ON.
• RTTY decoder screen appears.
RTTY-FIL ON
y Push [F2] to freeze the current screen.
• “H” appears while the function is in use. DEC FIL SET
u Push [F3] for 1 sec. to clear the displayed charac- F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
ters.
i Push [MENU] to exit the RTTY decoder screen. Push [F2]

ADJ
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Appears while the RTTY decoder screen is freezed

with [F2] operation.
Push [F3] to erase the displayed characters.

• Setting the decoder threshold level

Adjust the RTTY decoder threshold level if some char-
acters are displayed when no signal is received.

q Call up the RTTY decoder screen as described

above. ADJ
w Push [F1 ADJ] to select the threshold level setting
condition. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the RTTY decoder

threshold level. Push [F1]
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select the default condition.
r Push [MENU] to exit the RTTY decoder screen.
å 9
The number of line of text can be selected from 2 or F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

3 in the display. The UnShift On Space (USOS)

function and new line code can be set in the RTTY Threshold level indication
set mode. (p. 39)

38
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D RTTY set mode

This set mode is used to set the mark and shift fre-
quencies, keying type, decode USOS function, etc.

• Setting contents
q Push [MENU] to select M1, then push [F4 RTY] to
select the RTTY menu.
w Push [F5 SET] to select RTTY set mode.
e Push [F1≤] or [F2 ≥] to select the desired set item. RTTY Mark
r Set the desired condition using the tuning dial. 1 2125
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select a default condition or value.
t Push [MENU] 2 times to return to M1. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Set item up/down

1. RTTY Mark
Sets the mark frequency for RTTY operation. RTTY Mark
• 1275, 1615 and 2125 Hz are selectable.
1 2125

2. RTTY Shift
Sets the shift frequency for RTTY operation. RTTY Shift
• 170, 200 and 425 Hz are selectable.
2 17O

3. RTTY Keying
Selects the keying polarity from normal and reverse.
RTTY Keying
NORMAL Key open/close = Mark/Space 3 NORMAL
REVERSE Key open/close = Space/Mark

4. Decode USOS
Turn the USOS (UnShift On Space) function ON/OFF Decode USOS
ON Decode as letter code
4 ON
OFF Decode as character code

5. Decode New Line

Selects the new line code of the internal RTTY decoder. Decode New Line
CR: Carriage Return; LF: Line Feed
5 CR,LF,CR+LF
CR,LF,CR+LF CR, LF and CR+LF
CR+LF CR+LF only

6. Decode Screen
Selects the number of the decoder indication from 2 Decode Screen
or 3 lines. 6 3line

39
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

■ Operating AM
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator Band keys
q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [AM/FM] to select AM.
e Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
r Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired signal.
• S-meter indicates received signal strength.
• The default tuning step for AM mode is 1 kHz; this can be
changed using the tuning step program mode. (p. 21)
t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to trans-
mit.
• The TX indicator lights red. [MIC GAIN] [AM/FM] Tuning dial
y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice Appears
level.
• Adjust [MIC GAIN] at this step, if necessary.
u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive

• Preamp and attenuator (p. 47) • Auto notch filter (p. 52)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] several times to set the pre- ➥ Push [A/NOTCH] to turn the auto or manual
amp OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. notch filter ON and OFF.
• “P.AMP1,” “P.AMP2” or “P.AMP” appears when the • Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating fre-
preamp 1, preamp 2 or preamp is set to ON, respec- quency for manual notch operation.
tively. (depending on operating frequency band)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] for 1 sec. to set the attenua- • IF shift (p. 51)
tor ON. ➥ Rotate [TWIN PBT] controls (inner only).
• Push [P.AMP/ATT] momentarily to turn the attenua- • Push [PBTC] to clear the settings.
tor OFF.
• “ATT” appears when the attenuator is set to ON. • AGC (auto gain control) (p. 48)
➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F1
• Noise blanker (p. 50) AGC] several times to select AGC F, AGC M,
➥ Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker ON and OFF. AGC S or AGC OFF.
• “NB” appears when the noise blanker is set to ON.
• Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter noise blanker set mode. • VSC (voice squelch control) (p. 53)
➥ While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F5 VSC]
• Noise reduction (p. 52) to turn the VSC function ON and OFF.
➥ Push [NR] to turn the noise reduction ON and OFF. • The VSC indicator appears when the voice squelch
• Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level. function is set to ON.
• “NR” appears when the noise reduction is set to ON.

D Convenient functions for transmit

• Speech compressor (p. 57) • Transmit quality monitor (p. 56)
➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F3 CMP] ➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON
to turn the speech compressor ON and OFF. and OFF.
• “COMP” appears when the speech compressor is set • “MONI” appears when the monitor function is set to
to ON. ON.

• VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 54) • Audio tone control (p. 88)
➥ Push [VOX/BK-IN] to turn the VOX function ON ➥ While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F4
and OFF. TCN], select an item with [F1 ≤] and [F2 ≥] then
• “VOX” appears when the VOX function is set to ON. rotate the tuning dial to adjust the audio tone.

40
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Operating FM
[TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator Band keys
q Push a band key to select the desired band.
w Push [AM/FM] to select FM.
e Rotate [AF] to set audio to a comfortable listening
level.
r Rotate the tuning dial to tune a desired signal.
• S-meter indicates received signal strength.
t Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] (microphone) to trans-
mit.
• The TX indicator lights red.
y Speak into the microphone at your normal voice
[MIC GAIN] [AM/FM] Tuning dial
level.
• Adjust [MIC GAIN] at this step, if necessary. Appears
u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] (microphone)
to return to receive.

D Convenient functions for receive

• Preamp and attenuator (p. 47) • Noise reduction (p. 52)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] several times to set the pre- ➥ Push [NR] to turn the noise reduction ON and OFF.
amp OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON. • Rotate [NR] control to adjust the noise reduction level.
• “P.AMP1,” “P.AMP2” or “P.AMP” appears when the • “NR” appears when the noise reduction is set to ON.
preamp 1, preamp 2 or preamp is set to ON, respec-
tively. (depending on operating frequency band) • Auto notch filter (p. 52)
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] for 1 sec. to set the attenua- ➥ Push [A/NOTCH] to turn the auto or manual
tor ON. notch filter ON and OFF.
• Push [P.AMP/ATT] momentarily to turn the attenua- • Rotate [NOTCH] control to set the attenuating fre-
tor OFF. quency for manual notch operation.
• “ATT” appears when the attenuator is set to ON.
• VSC (voice squelch control) (p. 53)
• Noise blanker (p. 50) ➥ While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F5 VSC]
➥ Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker ON and OFF. to turn the VSC function ON and OFF.
• “NB” appears when the noise blanker is set to ON. • The VSC indicator appears when the voice squelch
• Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter noise blanker set mode. function is set to ON.

D Convenient functions for transmit

• Speech compressor (p. 57) • Transmit quality monitor (p. 56)
➥ While M1 is selected with [MENU], push [F3 CMP] ➥ Push [MONITOR] to turn the monitor function ON
to turn the speech compressor ON and OFF. and OFF.
• “COMP” appears when the speech compressor is set • “MONI” appears when the monitor function is set to
to ON. ON.

• VOX (voice operated transmit) (p. 54) • Audio tone control (p. 88)
➥ Push [VOX/BK-IN] to turn the VOX function ON ➥ While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F4
and OFF. TCN], select an item with [F1 ≤] and [F2 ≥] then
• “VOX” appears when the VOX function is set to ON. rotate the tuning dial to adjust the audio tone.

41
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

D Tone squelch operation

Tone squelch operation is a method of communica-
tions using selective calling. Only received signals
having a matching tone will open the squelch. Before
communicating using tone squelch, all members of
your party must agree on the tone squelch frequency
to use.

q Push [AM/FM] to select FM mode.

w Push [MENU] several times to select M1.
e Push [F4 TON] several times to turn the tone
squelch function ON. AGC DUP CMP TON SCP
• “TSQL” appears
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
r Push [F4 TONE] for 1 sec. to enter tone frequency
set mode.
Push [F4] for 1 sec.
t Push [F1 TON] several times until TSQL Tone
appears, if necessary.
y Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired tone TSQL Tone
squelch frequency. TON SCN 88.5Hz
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select the default frequency.
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
u Push [MENU] to return to M1.
i Communicate in the usual manner.

• Available tone squelch frequencies (Unit: Hz)

67.0 085.4 107.2 136.5 165.5 186.2 210.7 254.1
69.3 088.5 110.9 141.3 167.9 189.9 218.1
71.9 091.5 114.8 146.2 171.3 192.8 225.7
74.4 094.8 118.8 151.4 173.8 196.6 229.1
77.0 097.4 123.0 156.7 177.3 199.5 233.6
79.7 100.0 127.3 159.8 179.9 203.5 241.8
82.5 103.5 131.8 162.2 183.5 206.5 250.3

42
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D DTCS operation
DTCS function is an another method of communica-
tions using selective calling. Only received signals
having a matching 3-digit code will open the squelch.

q Push [AM/FM] to select FM mode.

w Push [MENU] several times to select M1.
e Push [F4 TON] several times to turn the DTCS
function ON.
• “DTCS” appears
r Push [F4 TON] for 1 sec. to enter tone frequency
set mode. AGC DUP CMP TON SCP
t Push [F1 TON] several times until DTCS Code
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
appears, if necessary.
y Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired DTCS
Push [F4] for 1 sec.
code number and push [F5] to select the desired
code polarity.
NN : Normal polarity is used for both transmit and DTCS Code
receive. TON SCN O23-NN
NR : Normal polarity is used for transmit, reversed
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
polarity is used for receive.
RN : Reversed polarity is used for transmit, nor- Select a code with the tuning dial.
mal polarity is used for receive.
Push [F5] to select the polarity
RR : Reversed polarity is used for both transmit
and receive.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select the default code and po-
larity.
u Push [MENU] to return to M1.
i Communicate in the usual manner.

• Available tone codes

023 072 152 244 311 412 466 631
025 073 155 245 315 413 503 632
026 074 156 246 325 423 506 654
031 114 162 251 331 431 516 662
032 115 165 252 332 432 523 664
036 116 172 255 343 445 526 703
043 122 174 261 346 446 532 712
047 125 205 263 351 452 546 723
051 131 212 265 356 454 565 731
053 132 223 266 364 455 606 732
054 134 225 271 365 462 612 734
065 143 226 274 371 464 624 743
071 145 243 306 411 465 627 754

43
 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

■ Repeater operation
A repeater amplifies received signals and retransmits
them at a different frequency. When using a repeater,
the transmit frequency is shifted from the receive fre-
quency by an offset frequency. A repeater can be ac-
cessed using split frequency operation with the shift
frequency set to the repeater’s offset frequency.

q Push a band key to select the desired band.

w Push [A/B] to select VFO A.
e Push [AM/FM] to select FM. AGC DUP CMP TON SCP
• Pushing [AM/FM] toggles between AM and FM.
r Rotate the tuning dial to set the repeater transmit F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

frequency.
t While M1 is selected, push [F2 DUP] several times Push [F2], [F4]
to set the offset direction.
• “DUP–” or “DUP+” appears
• 0.100 MHz for HF, 0.500 MHz for 50 MHz and
0.600 MHz for 144 MHz band is set by default in set
mode. (p. 83)
y Push [F4 TON] to turn the repeater tone ON.
• “T” appears.
• Set the tone frequency in tone frequency set mode in
advance, if desired. (p. 45) 88.5 Hz is set by default.
To transmit a 1750 Hz European repeater tone,
push [F4 TON] while transmitting. 145.O8OOO
u Communicate in the normal way. AGC DUP CMP TON SCP
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Appears

D One-touch repeater function

This function allows you to set repeater operation with
push of one switch.

➥ To set the transceiver for repeater operation using

the one-touch repeater function, follow the steps q
to r as above, then push [F2 DUP] for 1 sec.

Set the offset shift direction and frequency in ad-

vance (p. 82) as well as the tone frequency (see
p. 45).
AGC DUP CMP TON SCP
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push [F2] for 1 sec.

145.O8OOO
AGC DUP CMP TON SCP
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Appears

44
 4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

D Transmit frequency monitor check

You may be able to receive the other party’s transmit
signal directly without having to go through a repeater.
This function allows you to check this.

➥ While receiving, push and hold [XFC] to see if you

can receive the other party’s transmit signal di-
rectly.
• While holding [XFC], the offset direction and frequency
are displayed on the multi-function switch indicator. [XFC]

-6OO.Ok
AGC DUP CMP TON SCP

D Repeater tone frequencies

The transceiver’s repeater tone frequency is set to Rptr Tone
88.5 Hz by default. This can be changed if desired. TON SCN 88.5Hz

q While M1 is selected, push [F4 TON] to turn the

tone encoder ON.
• “T” appears. • Available tone frequencies (Unit: Hz)
w Push [F4 TON] for 1 sec. to select the tone fre- 67.0 085.4 107.2 136.5 165.5 186.2 210.7 254.1
quency set mode. 69.3 088.5 110.9 141.3 167.9 189.9 218.1
e Push [F1 TON] several times to select Rptr 71.9 091.5 114.8 146.2 171.3 192.8 225.7
Tone, if necessary. 74.4 094.8 118.8 151.4 173.8 196.6 229.1
r Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired fre- 77.0 097.4 123.0 156.7 177.3 199.5 233.6
quency. (see the table at right) 79.7 100.0 127.3 159.8 179.9 203.5 241.8
t Push [MENU] to return to M1. 82.5 103.5 131.8 162.2 183.5 206.5 250.3

D Storing a non standard repeater

[MW]
q Turn the auto repeater function OFF in the set [V/M]
mode. (p. 83)
w Push [AM/FM] to select FM mode.
e Push [V/M], then [A/B] to select VFO A.
r Rotate the tuning dial to set the repeater output fre-
quency.
• Set the tuning step if desired.
t Push [A/B] to select VFO B.
y Rotate the tuning dial to set the repeater input fre-
quency. [AM/FM] [SPLIT] [A/B] [M-CH]
u Push [A/B] to select VFO A.
i Push [SPLIT] to turn the split function ON.
o Push [F4 TON] to turn the previously set tone en-
coder ON.
!0 Rotate [M-CH] to select the desired memory chan-
nel.
• “BLANK” appears when a blank channel is selected.
!1 Push [MW] for 1 sec. to store the contents in the
selected memory channel.

45
 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE 5
■ Simple band scope
The band scope function allows you to visually check STEP
signal conditions around a specified frequency. The 0.5k
IC-7400’s band scope function can be used in any op-
erating mode and frequency band. Sweep indicator
Band scope indicator
Frequency indicator mark
Sweep step indicator

INDICATOR DESCRIPTION
While the band scope is “sweeping,” “ ” appears; while stopped “ ” appears. Received
Sweep
audio is not emitted from the speaker while the band scope is “sweeping.”
Indicates the relative strength of signals and their location in relation to the center (displayed)
Band scope in- frequency. Signal strength is relative to the S-meter level, S1 to S9, with each vertical dot in
dicator the band scope indicator equal to one segment of the S-meter. Signal activity is measured ±30
steps from the center frequency with each step equal to the selected sweep step.
After a sweep, indicates the relative position of the selected frequency. When the selected fre-
Frequency
quency is outside of the sweep range, “ ” or “ ” indicator flashes. After changing the fre-
indicator mark
quency, push [F3] for 1 sec. to automatically return to the center frequency.
Indicates the selected sweep step. 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 25 kHz are selectable. Each dot of
Sweep step
the band scope indication is approx. equal to the selected sweep step.

The band scope measures receive signal conditions

over a specified range on either side of a selected fre-
quency in either VFO or memory modes.

q Rotate the tuning dial to tune a frequency.

w While M1 is selected, push [F5 SCP] to select the
band scope menu.
• Starts sweeping automatically with the previously se-
lected sweeping step.
• During sweep, received signals cannot be heard.
e Push [F5 STEP] several times to select the desired
sweep step.
r Push [F1] to start sweeping, then stop automatically STEP
after sweeping. O.5k
• Push [F1] for 1 sec. to start continuous sweeping. In this
case, it is necessary to push [F1] to stop sweeping. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

• During sweep operation “ ” appears and received

signals cannot be heard.
• If there is a lot of signal noise, turn the preamp OFF and Sweep start/stop Sweep step selection
the attenuator ON to reduce the signal input level and
improve the readability of the band scope.
t When rotating the tuning dial and you finding a sig- STEP
nal you wish to communicate on, then just commu- O.5k
nicate in the normal way.
• If you want to return to the previous frequency (before F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

rotating the tuning dial), push [F3] for 1 sec.

• If the selected frequency is set outside of the sweeped Sweep indicator
range, “ ” or “ ” flashes.
y While receiving, if you want to update the band con-
ditions, repeat steps e and r as above.

46
 5 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE

■ Preamp/Attenuator
The preamp amplifies received signals in the front end
circuit to improve the S/N ratio and sensitivity. Set this
to preamp 1 or preamp 2 when receiving weak signals.
The attenuator prevents a desired signal from distor-
tion when very strong signals are near the desired fre-
quency or when very strong electric fields, such as
from broadcasting stations, are near your location.
These can both set independently for each band.
[P.AMP/ATT]
➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] several times to set the preamp
OFF, preamp 1 ON or preamp 2 ON.
• When the preamp is ON, either “P.AMP 1” or
“P.AMP 2” appears in the function display.
• When operating on the 144 MHz band, the preamp can Push Push
P.AMP/ATT P.AMP/ATT
only be set to ON or OFF only— there is no preamp 1
and preamp 2. Push
P.AMP/ATT
Regular preamp, the most effective for 1.8 to
21 MHz bands without IMD corruption.
Push Push for 1sec.
P.AMP/ATT P.AMP/ATT
High-gain preamp, the most effective for 24
to 50 MHz bands.
Preamp activates for the VHF band (144 to
146 MHz range; 108 to 174 for the USA version).

➥ Push [P.AMP/ATT] for 1 sec. to set the attenuator ON.

• “ATT” appears in the display when the function is set ON.
• Push [P.AMP/ATT] momentarily to set the attenuator OFF.

Regarding the use of the “P.AMP 2” The “P.AMP 2” is most effective when:
The “P.AMP 2” is a high gain receive amplifier. When the • Used on bands above 24 MHz and when electric fields
“P.AMP 2” is used during times of strong electric fields, are weak.
distortion sometimes results. In such cases, use the trans- • Receive sensitivity is insufficient during low gain, or while
ceiver with the “P.AMP 1” or “P.AMP OFF” setting. using a narrow band antenna (such as small loop, a Bever-
age antenna or a short Yagi antenna, etc.) is used.

■ RIT function
The RIT (Receive Increment Tuning) function compen- [CLEAR]
sates for off-frequencies of the communicating station.
The function shifts the receive frequency up to
±9.99 kHz in 10 Hz steps without moving the transmit
frequency.
• See #0 on p. 4 for function description.

q Push [RIT] to turn the RIT function ON and OFF.

• “RIT” and the shifting frequency appear when the func-
tion is ON.
w Rotate the [RIT/∂TX] control.
• Push [CLEAR] for 1 sec. to reset the RIT frequency. [RIT] [RIT/∂TX] control
• Push [CLEAR] momentarily to reset the RIT frequency
when the quick RIT clear function is ON. (p. 86)
• Push [RIT] for 1 sec. to add the shift frequency to the
operating frequency.

D RIT monitor function

When the RIT function is ON, pushing and holding
[XFC] allows you to monitor the operating frequency
directly (RIT is temporarily cancelled). Appears
47
 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE 5

■ AGC function
The AGC (auto gain control) controls receiver gain to
produce a constant audio output level even when the
received signal strength is varied by fading, etc.

The transceiver has 3 AGC characteristics (time con-

stant; fast, mid, slow) for non-FM modes.

The FM mode AGC time constant is fixed as ‘FAST’

(0.1 sec.) and AGC time constant cannot be se- [F1 AGC] Mode switches
lected.

D AGC speed selection : Medium AGC speed

q Select a non-FM mode.
w While M1 is selected, push [F1 AGC] several times : Slow AGC speed
to select AGC F, AGC M, AGC S or AGC OFF.
: Fast AGC speed
“AGC OFF” appears when AGC time constant OFF
is set with one of FAST, MID or SLOW setting in
: AGC is not activated
AGC set mode.

D Setting the AGC time constant

q Select the desired mode other than FM mode.
w While M1 is selected, push [F1 AGC] for 1 sec. to
enter AGC set mode.
e Push one of [F2 FAST], [F3 MID] or [F4 SLOW] to se-
lect the desired AGC speed to be set.
• An underline appears below the time constant indication.
r Rotate the tuning dial to set the desired time con-
stant.
• AGC time constant can be set between 0.1 to 8.0 sec.
(depends on mode) or turned OFF.
• Push [F2 FAST], [F3 MID] or [F4 SLOW] for 1 sec. to se-
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
lect a default value each for fast, mid. and slow, respec- F2 F3 F4 F5
F1
tively.
t Select another mode other than FM. Repeat steps Push [F1] for 1 sec.
e and r if desired.
y Push [MENU] to exit the AGC set mode.

• Selectable AGC time constant (unit: sec.)

Mode Default Selectable AGC time constant F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

0.3 (FAST)
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2, 1.6 Appears under the selected AGC Selected mode
SSB 2.0 (MID)
2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0 speed’s time constant indication.
6.0 (SLOW)
0.1 (FAST) • When AGC fast is selected
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2, 1.6
CW 0.5 (MID)
2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0
1.2 (SLOW)
0.1 (FAST)
OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2, 1.6
RTTY 0.5 (MID)
2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
1.2 (SLOW)
3.0 (FAST) Push [F2] for 1 sec. to select the default value in
OFF, 0.3, 0.5, 0.8, 1.2, 1.6, 2.0, 2.5
AM 5.0 (MID) this case.
3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0
7.0 (SLOW)
FM 0.1 (FAST) Fixed

48
 5 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE

■ IF filter selection
The transceiver has 3 passband width IF filters for
each mode.

For SSB and CW modes, the passband width can be

set within 50 to 3600 Hz in 50 or 100 Hz steps. A total
of 41 passband widths are available.
For RTTY mode, the passband width can be set within
50 to 2700 Hz in 50 or 100 Hz steps. A total of 32
passband widths are available.
For AM and FM modes, the passband width is fixed
and 3 passband widths are available independently.

The filter selection is automatically memorized in

each mode.
The PBT shift frequencies are automatically memo-
[FILTER]
rized in each filter.

D IF filter selection
q Select the desired mode.
w For RTTY mode, turn OFF the RTTY filter. AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
e Push [FILTER] several times to select the IF filter
1, 2 or 3. The selected filter width is indicated
• The selected passband width and filter number is dis- for approx. 1 sec. when [FILTER] is
played in the LCD. pushed. Filter selection

By pushing [PBTC], the set filter passband width,

“B,” and shifting value “S” is indicated.

D Filter passband width setting (SSB, CW and RTTY mode only)

q Select SSB, CW or RTTY mode. • Filter set mode indication
• Passband widths for AM and FM modes are fixed and
cannot be set.
w For RTTY mode, turn OFF the RTTY filter. BW
e Push [FILTER] for 1 sec. to enter filter set mode.
r Push [FILTER] several times to select the desired
IF filter number. Shows the selected filter and passband width.
t While pushing [F1 BW], rotate the tuning dial to set
the desired passband width. • Indication while setting
• In SSB and CW modes, the passband width can be set
within the following range.
50 to 500 Hz 50 Hz steps BW
600 to 3600 Hz 100 Hz steps
• In RTTY mode, the passband width can be set within
the following range.
50 to 500 Hz 50 Hz steps Reverses Appears
600 to 2700 Hz 100 Hz steps While pushing [F1 BW], rotate the tuning dial to set
• Push [F-3] for 1 sec. to select the default value. passband width.
y Repeat steps r to t if desired.
u Push [MENU] to exit the filter set mode.

The PBT shift frequencies are cleared when the

passband width is changed.

This filter set mode screen graphically displays the

PBT shift frequencies and CW pitch operations.

49
 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE 5

■ IF (DSP) filter shape

The type of IF (DSP) filter shape for SSB and CW can
be selected independently from soft and sharp.

q Push [SSB] or [CW/RTTY] to select SSB, CW or

RTTY mode.
w Select the filter set mode. BW
• Push [FILTER] for 1 sec.
• Operating mode can be selected in this step.
e Push [FILTER] several times to select the desired
IF filter.
r Push the [F5] to select the filter shape from “SOFT” Push [F5]
and “SHARP.”
t Push [MENU] to exit the set mode.

BW

■ Noise blanker
The noise blanker eliminates pulse-type noise such as
from car ignitions. The noise blanker is not available
for FM mode.

q Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker ON.

• [NB] indicator appears.
w Push [NB] for 1 sec. to enter the NB level set mode.
e Rotate the tuning dial to adjust the noise blanker [NB]
level.
• Noise blanker level is indicated with bar meter and digit “NB” appears while noise blanker is activated.
in ‘%.’
r Push [NB] to exit the noise blanker set mode.
t Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker OFF.
• [NB] indicator disappears. NB Level
5O%
When using the noise blanker, received signals may
be distorted if the noise blanker level setting has
Shows noise blanker level
been too high.

■ Meter peak hold function

The S-meter has a peak level holding function. The
peak level of the received signal strength is indicated
for 0.5 sec. (approx.). This function can be deactivated
in set mode if desired. (p. 81)

Meter Peak Hold

9 ON

Shows peak level for approx. 0.5 sec.

50
 5 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE

■ Twin PBT operation

General PBT (Passband Tuning) function electroni- [TWIN PBT] control
cally narrows the IF passband width by shifting the IF
frequency to slightly outside of the IF filter passband
to reject interference. This transceiver uses the DSP
circuit for the PBT function. Moving both [TWIN PBT]
controls to the same position shifts the IF.

➥ The LCD shows the passband width and shift fre-

quency graphically.
➥ Push [FILTER] for 1 sec. to enter the filter set mode.
Current passband width and shift frequency is dis- [PBTC]
played in the filter set mode screen.
➥ To set the [TWIN PBT] controls to the center posi-
tions, push [PBTC] for 1 sec.
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
The variable range depends on the passband width
and mode. The edge of the variable range is half of the Passband width and shifting value are
passband width, and PBT is adjustable in 25 or 50 Hz indicated while [TWIN PBT] is operated.
steps. These controls function as an IF shift control Appears when PBT is used.
while in AM mode and when the RTTY filter is turned
ON. Only the inner control may function in this case. IF • Filter set mode indication
shift is adjustable in 20/40 Hz steps in RTTY (RTTY fil-
ter is turned ON) or 150/300/500 Hz steps in AM. BW
• [TWIN PBT] should normally be set to the center positions
(PBT setting is cleared) when there is no interference.
NOTE: In the “center” PBT position on CW, it is nor- Shows the selected filter and passband width.
mal for the graphic display’s center line to be slightly to
the left side of PBT envelope, if a CW filter selection of • Indication while PBT setting
800 Hz or above is selected.
• When PBT is used, the audio tone may be changed.
• Not available for FM mode. BW
• For AM and RTTY (with RTTY filter ON) modes,
[TWIN PBT] inner control only can be activated, and
functions as an IF shift function.
• While rotating [TWIN PBT], noise may occur. This comes Appears when passband is shifted.
from the DSP unit and does not indicate an equipment *By pushing [PBTC] for 1 sec., the shifted value returns
malfunction. to the default setting, and the “dot” disappears.
• By pushing [PBTC] momentarily indicates the passband
width, “B,” and shifting value, “S” of the filter being used.

PBT OPERATION EXAMPLE

Center Passband Passband IF shift

pass band

IF center frequency interference desired signal inteference desired signal IF center freq. interference

51
 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE 5

■ Noise reduction
The noise reduction function reduces noise compo-
nents and picks out desired signals which are buried
in noise. The received signals are converted to digi-
tal signals and then the desired signals are separated
from the noise.

q Push the [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction

ON.
• “NR” appears.
[NR] [NR]
w Rotate the [NR] control to adjust the noise reduc-
tion level.
e Push the [NR] switch to turn the noise reduction
OFF.
• “NR” disappears.
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
Deep rotation of the [NR] control results in audio
signal masking or distortion. Set the [NR] control for
maximum readability. Appears

■ Notch function
This transceiver has auto and manual notch functions.
The auto notch function automatically attenuates more
than 3 beat tones, tuning signals, etc., even if they are
moving. The manual notch can be set to attenuate a
frequency via the [NOTCH] control.

➥ Push [A/NOTCH] to toggle the notch function be-

tween auto, manual and OFF in SSB and AM
modes. [A/NOTCH] [NOTCH]
➥ Push [A/NOTCH] to turn the manual notch function
ON and OFF in CW mode.
➥ Push [A/NOTCH] to turn the auto notch function
ON and OFF in FM mode.
• Set to attenuate a frequency for manual notch via the
[NOTCH] control. AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
• “A NOTCH” appears when auto notch is in use.
• “NOTCH” appears when manual notch is in use.
Notch function indicators
While operating the manual notch, noise may be
heard. This comes from the DSP unit and does not
indicate an equipment malfunction.

■ Dial lock function

Lights while the dial lock function is activated.
The dial lock function prevents accidental changes
caused by the tuning dial.

➥ Push [LOCK/SPCH] to turn the dial lock function

ON and OFF.
• “LOCK” indicator lights while the dial lock function is ac-
tivated.

[LOCK/SPCH]
52
 5 FUNCTIONS FOR RECEIVE

■ Voice squelch control function

This function is useful when you don’t want unmodu- VSC indicator
lated signals. When the voice squelch control function
is activated, the receiver checks received signals for
voice components.

If a receiver signal includes voice components, and the

tone of the voice components changes within 1 sec.,
squelch opens. If the received signal includes no voice
components or the tone of the voice components does
not change within 1 sec., squelch closes.

➥ While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F5 VSC] SCN MEM SWR TCN VSC
to switch the VSC (Voice Squelch Control) function
ON and OFF. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

• “VSC” appears when the function is activated.

Push [F5] to turn the VSC function ON and OFF.
• The VSC function activates for phone modes
(SSB, AM and FM).
• The VSC function can also be used for scanning
operation in AM or FM mode (p. 69).

53
 FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT 6
■ VOX function
The VOX (Voice-Operated Transmission) function
switches between transmit and receive with your voice.
This function provides an opportunity to input log en-
tries into your computer, etc., while operating.

• Using the VOX function

q Select a phone mode (SSB, AM, FM).
w Push [VOX/BK-IN] to turn the VOX function ON or
OFF. [VOX/BK-IN]

AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP

Appears

D Adjusting the VOX function

q Select a phone mode (SSB, AM, FM). VOX Gain
w Push [VOX/BK-IN] to turn VOX function ON. 1 5O%
e Push [VOX/BK-IN] for 1 sec. to enter VOX set
mode. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

r Select the VOX Gain item using [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥]. Shows VOX gain level
t While speaking into the microphone, rotate the tun-
ing dial to the point where the transceiver is contin-
uously transmitting.
- Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select the default value. Anti-VOX
y Push [F2 ≥] to select Anti-VOX item. 2 5O%
u While receiving, rotate the tuning dial to the point F2 F3 F4 F5
F1
where the transceiver does not switch to transmit
with the speaker output. Shows anti-VOX gain level
- Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select the default value.
i Push [F2 ≥] to select VOX Delay item.
o Adjust the VOX delay for a convenient interval be- VOX Delay
fore returning to receive. 3 O.2s
- Select the VOX delay item using the tuning dial.
- Push [F3] to select the default value. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

!0 Push [MENU] to return to previous indication. Shows VOX delay time

54
 6 FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT

■ Break-in function
The break-in function is used in CW mode to auto-
matically toggle the transceiver between transmit and
receive when keying. The IC-7400 is capable for full
break-in or semi break-in.

[VOX/BK-IN]

D Semi break-in operation

During semi break-in operation, the transceiver selects
transmit when keying, then automatically returns to re-
ceive after a pre-set time from when you stop keying.

q Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or CW-R mode.

w Push [VOX/BK-IN] several times to turn the semi
break-in function ON.
• “BK-IN” appears.
e Set the break-in delay time (the delay from transmit
to receive). Break-IN Delay
➥ Push [VOX/BK-IN] for 1 sec. to select break-in 7.5d
delay program mode.
Break-in indicator
➥ Rotate the tuning dial to select the desired delay.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select to the default value. Shows break-in delay time
r Push [MENU] to return to the previous menu.

When using a paddle, rotate [KEY SPEED] to adjust

the keying speed.

D Full break-in operation

During full break-in operation, the transceiver automat-
ically selects transmit while keying and returns to re-
ceive immediately after keying is finished.

q Push [CW/RTTY] to select CW or CW-R mode.

w Push [VOX/BK-IN] several times to turn the full
break-in function ON.
• “FBK-IN” appears.

When using a paddle, rotate [KEY SPEED] to adjust

the keying speed. AGC DUP 1/4 KEY SCP
Full break-in indicator

55
 FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT 6

■ ∂TX function
The ∂TX function shifts the transmit frequency up to [CLEAR]
±9.99 kHz in 10 Hz steps without moving the receive
frequency.
• See #2 on p. 4 for function description.

q Push the [∂TX] switch to turn the ∂TX function

ON and OFF.
• “∂TX” and shift frequency appear when the function is
ON.
w Rotate the [RIT/∂TX] control.
• To reset the ∂TX frequency, push [CLEAR] for 1 sec.
[∂TX] [RIT/∂TX] control
• Push [CLEAR] momentarily to reset the ∂TX frequency
when the quick RIT clear function is ON. (p. 85)
• To add or subtract the ∂TX frequency to the displayed
frequency, push [∂TX] for 1 sec.

When RIT and ∂TX are ON at the same time, the

[RIT/∂TX] control shifts both the transmit and re-
ceive frequencies from the displayed frequency at
the same time.
Appears

D ∂TX monitor function

When the ∂TX function is ON, pushing and holding
[XFC] allows you to monitor the operating frequency di-
rectly (∂TX is temporarily cancelled).

■ Monitor function
The monitor function allows you to monitor your trans-
mit IF signals in any mode through the speaker. Use
this to check voice characteristics while adjusting SSB
transmit tones. (p. 88) The CW sidetone functions re-
gardless of the [MONITOR] switch setting.

q Push [MONITOR] to switch the monitor function

ON and OFF.
• “MONI” appears when the monitor function is ON.
w Set the monitor level.
[MONITOR]
➥ Push [MONITOR] for 1 sec. to select monitor
program mode.
➥ Rotate the tuning dial for the clearest audio out-
put while pushing [PTT] and speaking into the
microphone.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select the default value.
e Push [MENU] to return to the previous menu.

MONITOR Level
5O%
Monitor indicator
Shows monitor level

56
 6 FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT

■ Speech compressor
The speech compressor increases average RF out-
put power, improving signal strength and readability in
SSB, AM or FM.
When adjusting the compression level, it is necessary
to turn the COMP meter ON in the set mode, in ad-
vance (p. 81).

• In SSB mode
q Select USB or LSB mode and adjust [MIC GAIN] to
a suitable level. COMP Level
w While M1 is selected, push [F3 CMP] to turn the 5
speech compressor ON.
Compressor indicator
• “COMP” appears.
e Push [F3 CMP] for 1 sec. to select compression Shows compression level
level set mode.
r While speaking into the microphone, rotate the tun-
ing dial, so that the COMP meter reads within the ALC meter
COMP zone with your normal voice level. COMP meter
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select the default value. COMP level zone
*The SWR meter functions as the COMP meter
When the COMP meter peaks above the COMP when COMP meter is set to ON in the set mode.
zone, your transmitted voice may be distorted.
t Push [MENU] to return to M1.

• In AM/FM mode
q While M1 is selected, push [F3 CMP] to turn the
speech compressor ON. COMP Level
• “COMP” appears. 1
w Push [F3 CMP] for 1 sec. and set the compression
level as “1” in advance.
e While speaking into the microphone, rotate [MIC
GAIN], so that the COMP meter does not exceed Adjust [MIC GAIN], so that the COMP meter does
the center dot whether you speak softly or loudly. not exceed this zone.
r While speaking into the microphone, rotate the tun-
ing dial, so that the COMP meter reads within the
COMP zone with your normal voice level.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select the default value. Adjust the COMP Level with the tuning dial so
that the COMP meter does not exceed the COMP
When the COMP meter peaks above the COMP level zone.
zone, your transmitted voice may be distorted.
t Push [MENU] to return to M1.

■ Transmit filter width selection (SSB mode only)

The transmit filter width for SSB mode can be selected
from wide, middle and narrow. AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
q Select USB or LSB mode. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
w Push [MENU] to select M1, if necessary.
e Push [F4 TBW] for 1 sec. to select the transmission Push [F4]

passband width.
• One of “TX BW=WIDE,” “TX BW=MID” or “TX TX BW=WIDE
BW=NAR” is displayed for approx. 1 sec. AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
• Transmit filter width: NAR 2.2 kHz
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
MID 2.4 kHz
WIDE 2.8 kHz
The selected transmit filter width
is displayed for approx. 1 sec.
Push [F4] for 1 sec. to select the transmit filter width.
57
 FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT 6

■ Split frequency operation

Split frequency operation allows you to transmit and [SPLIT] Lights during split operation
receive in the same mode on two different frequen-
cies. The split frequency operation is basically per-
formed using 2 frequencies in VFO A and VFO B.

The following is an example of setting 21.290 MHz for

receiving and 21.310 MHz for transmitting.

q Set 21.290 MHz (USB) in VFO A.

w Push [SPLIT] to turn the split function ON, then
push [A/B] for 1 sec. [XFC] Tuning dial [A/B]
• The equalized transmit (VFO B) frequency and “SPLIT”
appear on the LCD, and the [SPLIT] indicator lights.
e While pushing [XFC] rotate the tuning dial to set the
transmit frequency to 21.310 MHz.
• The transmit frequency can be monitored while pushing
[XFC].
r Now you can receive on 21.290 MHz and transmit
on 21.310 MHz.

To change the transmit and receive frequencies, push

[A/B] to exchange the VFO A and VFO B. 21.29OOO
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
Shows transmit (VFO B) frequency Appears

CONVENIENT • While pushing [XFC]

• Direct shift frequency input

The shift frequency can be entered directly.

q Push [F-INP].
w Enter the desired shift frequency with the digit
keys.
• 1 kHz to 1 MHz can be set.
• When you require a minus shift direction, push
[GENE • ] in advance. +2O.OOk
e Push [SPLIT]. AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
• The shift frequency is input in the sub readout and the
split function is turned ON. Shows shift frequency and direction
Shows transmit (VFO B) frequency
[Example]
To transmit on 1 kHz higher frequency: • After setting up
- Push [F-INP], [1.8 1] then [SPLIT].
To transmit on 3 kHz lower frequency:
- Push [F-INP], [GENE • ], [7 3] then [SPLIT].

• Split lock function

Accidentally releasing the [XFC] switch while rotat-
ing the tuning dial changes the receive frequency.
To prevent this, use both the split lock and dial lock
functions to change the transmit frequency only. The 21.31OOO
split lock function cancels the dial lock function while
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
pushing [XFC] during split frequency operation.

The dial lock’s effectiveness during split frequency

operation can be selected in the set mode for both
receive and transmit frequencies; or only the receive
frequency. (p. 82)
58
 6 FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT

■ Quick split function

When you push the [SPLIT] switch for 1 sec., split fre- • Setting the frequency while pushing [XFC]
quency operation is turned ON, the undisplayed VFO
is automatically changed according to the plus/minus
shift frequency programmed in set mode (p. 83) or
equalized when 0 kHz (default value) is programmed
as the split shift frequency. Quick split operation is
turned ON by default but can be turned OFF in set
mode (p. 82).

q Suppose you are operating at 21.290 MHz (USB) in

VFO A. +2O.OOk
w Push [SPLIT] for 1 sec. AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
• Split frequency operation is turned ON.
Shows shift frequency and direction
• The VFO and VFO B are equalized.
e While pushing [XFC], rotate the tuning dial to set
the frequency offset between transmit and receive.
• When [XFC] is released, the receive frequency is indi-
cated.

D Split offset frequency setting

By setting an often-used split frequency offset in ad- SPLIT Offset
vance, you can use the quick split function to select 12 +O.O2OMHz
split operation at the push of one switch.

Set the split offset frequency in advance in set mode

(p. 82, item 12). The example at right shows the split
offset is set to +0.020 MHz.

➥ Push [SPLIT] for 1 sec. to activate the quick split

function.
• The transmit frequency is offset from the receive fre-
quency according to the offset in set mode.

21.31OOO
AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
Shows transmit frequency for split operation

D Split lock function

The split lock function is convenient for changing only
the transmit frequency. When the split lock function is
not used, accidentally releasing [XFC] while rotating the
tuning dial, changes the receive frequency. The split
SPLIT LOCK
lock function is ON by default, but can be turned OFF
13 OFF
in set mode.

q While split frequency operation is ON, push [LOCK/

SPCH] to activate the split lock function.
w While pushing [XFC], rotate the tuning dial to
change the transmit frequency.
• If you accidentally release [XFC] while rotating the tun-
ing dial, the receive frequency does NOT change.

[XFC] Tuning dial [LOCK/SPCH]

59
 FUNCTIONS FOR TRANSMIT 6

■ Measuring SWR
The IC-7400 has a built-in circuit for measuring an-
tenna SWR— no external equipment or special adjust-
ments are necessary.

The IC-7400 can measure SWR in 2 ways— spot

measurement and plot measurement are available.

D Spot measurement
q Push [TUNER] to turn the antenna tuner OFF.
w Turn the COMP meter OFF.
➥ Push [MENU] for 1 sec. to enter set mode.
➥ Push [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥] several times to select the
COMP Meter item.
➥ Rotate the tuning dial to set the COMP meter OFF.
➥ Push [MENU] to exit set mode.
e Push [CW/RTTY] several times to select RTTY
mode.
r Push [TRANSMIT] or [PTT] on the microphone.
AGC DUP 1/4 RTY SCP
t Rotate [RF PWR] clockwise past the 12 o’clock po-
sition for more than 30 W output power (30%).
y Read the SWR on the SWR meter.
u Push [TRANSMIT] or release [PTT] to receive.
The best match is in this range.
The built-in antenna tuner matches the transmitter
to the antenna when the SWR is lower than 3:1.

D Plot measurement
Plot measurement allows you to measure the SWR SCN MEM SWR TCN VSC
over an entire band.
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

q While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F3 SWR].

• SWR graph screen appears. Push [F3]
w Rotate [RF PWR] clockwise past the 12 o’clock po-
sition for more than 30 W output power (30%). STEP
e Set the center frequency for the SWR to be mea- 1Ok
sured.
r Push [F5] for 1 sec. several times to select the F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

desired measuring step from 10, 50, 100 and

500 kHz. Push [F1] to start Push [F5] to select
t Push [F3] several times to select the desired num- measuring. SWR measuring step.
ber of measuring steps from 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 and 13 Push [F3] to select number of SWR measuring steps.
steps.
y Push [F1] to start the measuring. • Measuring (after pushing [F1])
u Push [TRANSMIT] or push and hold [PTT] on the
microphone to measure the SWR. STEP
• Frequency marker, “∫,” appears below SWR graph. 1Ok
• RTTY mode is automatically selected.
i When pushing [TRANSMIT] again or releasing Frequency marker appears and moves after meas-
[PTT], the frequency marker and frequency indica- urement.
tion move to the next frequency to be measured. *When mesurement point/s is/are set outside of the oper-
atable frequency band, the frequency marker flashes.
o Repeat steps u and i to measure SWR over the
entire frequency range. — 4.0:1
— 3.0:1
— 2.0:1
!0 When the measured SWR is less than 1.5:1, the — 1.5:1

antenna is well matched with the transceiver in the — 1.0:1

measured frequency range.

Typical display SWR varying between 1 and 2,
full scale up to SWR 4.0:1.
60
 7 MEMORY OPERATION

■ Memory channels
The transceiver has 101 memory channels (plus 1 call All 101 memory channels are tuneable which means
channel). The memory mode is very useful for quickly the programmed frequency can be tuned temporarily
changing to often-used frequencies. with the tuning dial, etc. in memory mode.

MEMORY MEMORY TRANSFER OVER-

CHANNEL CHANNEL CAPABILITY TO VFO WRITING CLEAR
NUMBER
Regular memory 1–99 One frequency and one mode Yes Yes Yes
channels in each memory channel.
Scan edge One frequency and one mode in
memory P1, P2 each memory channel as scan Yes Yes No
channels edges for programmed scan.
Call channel C Same as regular. No Yes No

■ Memory channel selection

D In VFO mode
q Push [V/M] to select VFO mode, if necessary, then
rotate [M-CH] to select a memory channel number.
• All memory channels including blank channels can be
selected.
• “BLANK” appears when no information has been pro-
grammed into a memory channel.
w Push [V/M] to select memory mode.
• “MEMO” and contents of the memory channel appear.
[V/M] [M-CH]
D In memory mode
• During VFO mode
q Push [V/M] to select memory mode.
w Rotate [M-CH] to select a memory channel.
• All memory channels including blank channels can be
selected.
• Memory channels can also be selected using the micro-
phone [UP]/[DN] keys.

Disappears when a channel is programmed.

• During memory mode

61
 MEMORY OPERATION 7

■ Programming a memory
Memory channel programming can be preformed ei- [MW]
ther in VFO mode or in memory mode.

D Programming in VFO mode

q Set the desired frequency and operating mode in
VFO mode.
w Rotate [M-CH] to select the desired memory chan-
nel.
• “BLANK” appears if the selected memory channel is a
blank channel (and does not have contents).
[V/M] [M-CH]
e Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program the displayed fre-
quency and operating mode into the memory chan- • [EXAMPLE]: Programming 7.088 MHz/LSB
nel. into memory channel 12.
• 3 beeps are emitted when memory programming is suc-
cessful.

D Programming in VFO mode

q Select the desired memory channel with [M-CH] in
memory mode.
• Memory channel contents appear in the display.
• “BLANK” appears and no frequency readout is dis-
played if the selected memory channel is a blank chan-
nel (and does not have contents).
w Set the desired frequency and operating mode in AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP
memory mode.
• To program a blank channel, use direct frequency entry • [EXAMPLE]: Programming 21.280 MHz/USB
with the keypad or memo pads, etc. into memory channel 18.
e Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program the displayed fre-
quency and operating mode into the memory chan-
nel.
• 3 beeps are emitted when memory programming is suc-
cessful.

AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP

■ Memory clearing
Any unnecessary memory channels can be cleared.
The cleared memory channels become blank chan-
nels.

q Select memory mode with [V/M]. [M-CL]

w Select the desired memory channel with [M-CH].
e Push [M-CL] for 1 sec. to clear the contents.
• The programmed frequency and operating mode disap-
pear.
• 3 beeps are emitted when memory clearing is success-
ful.
r To clear other memory channels, repeat steps w
and e.

[V/M] [M-CH]
62
 7 MEMORY OPERATION

■ Selecting the call channel

By default 145.00000 MHz/FM is programmed into
the call channel. However, this can be changed to suit
your operating preference. (see below)

q Push [CALL] to select the call channel.

• “C” appears.
w Push [CALL] again to return to the previous mode.

[CALL]

AGC DUP CMP TON SCP

“C” appears

■ Programming the call channel

The call channel is programmed in the same way reg- [MW]
ular memory channels are. It’s convenient to program
a most-often-used frequency into the call channel for
quick recall. As with memory channels, the call chan-
nel can also hold split frequencies.

q Rotate [M-CH] to select the call channel.

• “C” appears.
w Select the desired frequency and operating mode
to program into the call channel.
e Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program the displayed fre- [V/M] [M-CH]
quency and operating mode into the call channel.
• 3 beeps are emitted when memory programming is suc-
cessful.

IMPORTANT!: When the call channel is selected

with the [CALL] switch, the frequency CANNOT be
changed using the tuning dial, band keys or keypad
input. However, when the call channel is selected
using [M-CH] in memory mode, the frequency CAN
be changed.

AGC DUP CMP TON SCP

63
 MEMORY OPERATION 7

■ Frequency transferring
The contents of a memory channel (frequency, operat-
ing mode, etc.) can be transferred to the VFO.

Frequency transferring can be performed in either

VFO mode or memory mode.

D Transferring in VFO mode

This is useful for transferring programmed contents to
VFO. [V/M] [M-CH]

TRANSFERRING EXAMPLE IN VFO MODE

q Select VFO mode with [V/M]. Operating frequency : 21.320 MHz/USB (VFO)
w Select the memory channel to be transferred with Contents of M-ch 16 : 14.018 MHz/CW
[M-CH].
• “BLANK” appears if the selected memory channel is a
blank channel. In this case transferring is impossible.
e Push [V/M] for 1 sec. to transfer the frequency and
operating mode.
• 3 beeps are emitted.

Push [V/M] for 1 sec.

TRANSFERRING EXAMPLE IN MEMORY MODE

D Transferring in memory mode Operating frequency : 14.020 MHz/CW (M-ch 16)
This is useful for transferring frequency and operating Contents of M-ch 16 : 14.018 MHz/CW
mode while operating in memory mode.

When you have changed the frequency or operating

mode in the selected memory channel:
• Displayed frequency and mode are transferred.
• Programmed frequency and mode in the mem-
ory channel are not transferred, and they remain
in the memory channel.
Set the frequency
q Select the memory channel to be transferred with
[M-CH] in memory mode.
• And, set the frequency or operating mode if required.
w Push [V/M] for 1 sec. to transfer the frequency and
operating mode.
• 3 beeps are emitted when the transferring is successful.
• Displayed frequency and operating mode are trans-
ferred to the VFO.
e To return to VFO mode, push [V/M] momentarily. Push [V/M] for 1 sec.
then push [V/M]

64
 7 MEMORY OPERATION

■ Programming scan edges

Memory channels P1 and P2 are the program scan [V/M] [MW]
edges. They are used to program an upper and lower
frequency for programmed scan (p. 70). By default,
P1 is programmed with 0.50000 MHz and P2 is pro-
grammed with 29.99999 MHz. If P1 and P2 are pro-
grammed with the same frequencies, programmed
scan will not proceed.

[EXAMPLE]: Programming 14.00000 MHz into P1 and

14.35000 MHz into P2.
Tuning dial [M-CH]
q Push [V/M] to select VFO mode, if necessary.
w Rotate [M-CH] to select scan edge P1. • After steps w to r
e Rotate the tuning dial to set 14.00000 MHz as the
lower frequency.
r Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program 14.00000 MHz
into scan edge P1.
• 3 beeps are emitted.
t Rotate [M-CH] to select scan edge P2.
y Rotate the tuning dial to set 14.35000 MHz as the
upper frequency.
u Push [MW] for 1 sec. to program 14.35000 MHz
• After steps t to u
into scan edge P2.
• 3 beeps are emitted.
• When programmed scan is activated (p. 70) scanning
will search the frequencies between 14.00000 MHz and
14.35000 MHz for signals.

65
 MEMORY OPERATION 7

■ Assigning memory names

All memory channels (including scan edges) can be [V/M]
tagged with alphanumeric names of up to 9 charac-
ters each.

[EXAMPLE]: Programming “DX spot” into memory

channel 99.
q Push [V/M] to select memory mode, if necessary.
w Rotate [M-CH] to select memory channel 99.
e Push [MENU] several times to select M2.
r Push [F2 MEM] to select the memory name screen. [MENU] Tuning dial [M-CH]
t Push [F1 EDT] to edit memory channel name.
• A cursor appears and blinks.
• Memory channel names of blank channels cannot be
edited.
y Push [F1] several times to select the type of char-
acters for input.
• “ABC” inputs capital letters A to Z.
• “abc” inputs small letters a to z.
• “etc” is used to input other characters— ! # $ % & ¥ ?
” ’ ` ^ + – ✱ / . , : ; = < > ( ) [ ] { } | _ – are available.
• Use the keypad to directly input numerals, “0” to “9,” in-
cluding a decimal point. SCN MEM SWR TCN VSC
u Rotate the tuning dial to select the first character for
input. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

i Push [F2 ç] or [F3 å] to move the cursor forwards

or backwards, respectively. Push [F2 MEM]
• Push [F5 SPC] to input a space and [F4 DEL] to delete
the selected character. 14.195OO USB
o Repeat steps w to i to program another memory EDT ( ) SEL
channel’s name, if desired.
!0 Push [MENU] to set the memory channel name and F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

return to the memory name menu. Push [F2 MEM]

• Push [MENU] 1 more times to return to M2.

ABC DEL SPC

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

• During assigning a memory name

DX
ABC DEL SPC
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Input space
Delete a character
Move cursor forwards
Move cursor backwards
Selects character type
• After assigning a memory name
DX spot
abc DEL SPC
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

66
 7 MEMORY OPERATION

■ Memo pads
The transceiver has a memo pad function to store fre-
quency and operating mode for easy write and recall.
The memo pads are separate from memory channels.
The default number of memo pads is 5, however, this
can be increased to 10 in set mode if desired. (p. 84)

D Writing frequencies and operating

modes into memo pads
➥ Push [MP-W] to store the displayed frequency and NOTE: Each memo pad must have its own unique
operating mode into a memo pad. combination of frequency and operating mode;
• Each push of [MP-W] stores a frequency and mode into memo pads having identical settings cannot be writ-
the next available memo pad; when you write a 6th (or ten.
11th) frequency and operating mode, the oldest written
frequency and operating mode are automatically erased
to make room for the new settings.
• Displayed frequency and mode • Stored in next available memo pad

MP-W

AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP

In this example, pushing [MP-W] enters 21.28000 MHz
USB into the top memo pad and erases the oldest
memo pad (21.34724 MHz LSB).

Erased

D Recalling a memo pad

➥ Push [MP-R] to recall a memo pad.
• Each push of [MP-R] recalls a memo pad, starting from
the most recently written.
• VFO or memory mode • Memo pads

MP-R

AGC DUP CMP TBW SCP

MP-R

67
 SCANS 8
■ Scan types
PROGRAMMED SCAN ∂F SCAN
Repeatedly scans between two scan edge frequencies Repeatedly scans within ∂F span area.
(scan edge memory channels P1 and P2).

Scan edge Scan edge Start frequency

P1 or P2 P2 or P1 –∂F frequency +∂F frequency

Scan Scan
Scan

Jump Jump

This scan operates in VFO mode. This scan operates in both VFO and memory modes.

MEMORY SCAN SELECT MEMORY SCAN

Repeatedly scans all programmed memory channels. Repeatedly scans all selected memory channels.

SEL SEL

Mch 2 Mch 3 Mch 4 Mch 2 Mch 3 Mch 4

Mch 1 SEL SEL Mch 5 Mch 1 SEL SEL Mch 5

Mch 99 Mch 7 Mch 6 Mch 99 Mch 7 Mch 6

SEL SEL SEL SEL

This scan operates in memory mode. This scan operates in memory mode.

■ Preparation
• Channels • Scan speed
For programmed scan: Scan speed can be selected from 2 levels, high or low,
Program scan edge frequencies into scan edge mem- in set mode. See p. 69 for details.
ory channels P1 and P2.
• Squelch condition
For ∂F scan:
SCAN
Set the ∂F span (∂F scan range) in the scan screen. PROGRAMMED
STARTS MEMORY SCAN
SCAN
WITH
For memory scan:
Program 2 or more memory channels except scan The scan continues Scan pauses on
edge memory channels. until it is stopped each channel when
SQUELCH manually, and does the scan resume is
OPEN not pause even if it ON; not applicable
For select memory scan:
detects signals. when OFF.
Designate 2 or more memory channels as select
memory channels. To designate the channel as a se- Scan stops when detecting a signal.
lect memory channel, choose a memory channel, then If you set scan resume ON in scan set
push [F3 SEL] in the scan screen, or push [F5 SEL] SQUELCH mode, the scan pauses for 10 sec. when
in the memory name screen. CLOSED detecting a signal, then resumes. When
a signal disappears while scan is paused,
scan resumes 2 sec. later.
• Scan resume ON/OFF
You can select the scan to resume or cancel when de-
tecting a signal, in set mode. Scan resume ON/OFF
must be set before operating a scan. See p. 70 for
ON/OFF setting and scan resume condition details.

68
 8 SCANS

■ Voice squelch control function

This function is useful when you don’t want unmodu-
lated signals pausing or cancelling a scan. When the
voice squelch control function is activated, the receiver
checks received signals for voice components. VSC indicator

If a receiver signal includes voice components, and the

tone of the voice components changes within 1 sec.,
scan pauses (or stops). If the received signal includes
no voice components or the tone of the voice compo-
nents does not change within 1 sec., scan resumes.

➥ While M2 is selected with [MENU], push [F5 VSC]

to switch the VSC (Voice Squelch Control) function
ON and OFF.
• “VSC” appears when the function is activated. SCN MEM SWR TCN VSC
• The VSC function activates for any scan. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

• The VSC function resumes the scan on unmodu-

lated signals, regardless of whether the scan re-
Push [F5] to turn the VSC function ON and OFF.
sume condition is set to ON or OFF.

■ Scan set mode

When the squelch is open, scan continues until it is
stopped manually— it does not pause on detected sig-
nals. When squelch is closed, scan stops when de-
tecting a signal, then resumes according to the scan
resume condition. Scan speed and the scan resume
condition can be set using the scan set mode.

q Push [MENU] to select M2.

w Push [F1 SCN] to select scan menu. SCN MEM SWR TCN VSC
e Push [F5 SET] to select scan set mode.
r Push [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥] to select SCAN Speed F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

item.
Push [F1]
t Rotate the tuning dial to select scan speed from
high and low.
• “HIGH” : scan is faster ∂F : ± 1 O k
• “LOW” : scan is slower PRO ∂F FIN SPN SET
y Push [F2 ≥] to select SCAN Resume item.
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
u Rotate the tuning dial to select scan resume func-
tion from ON and OFF. Push [F5]
• “ON” : when detecting a signal, scan pauses for
10 sec., then resumes. When a signal disap-
SCAN Speed
pears, scan resumes 2 sec. later.
• “OFF” : when detecting a signal, cancels scanning. 1 HIGH
i Push [MENU] to return to scan menu.
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push [F1] or [F2]

SCAN Resume
2 ON
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

69
 SCANS 8

■ Programmed scan/Fine programmed scan (VFO mode)

Programmed scan searches for signals between scan [TS] [V/M]
edge memory channels P1 and P2. The default fre-
quencies for these memories are 0.500000 MHz and
29.99999 MHz, respectively. See p. 65 for scan edges
programming.

q Push [V/M] to select VFO mode, if necessary.

w Select the desired operating mode.
• The operating mode can also be changed while scan-
ning.
e Push [TS] to select a tuning step. [MENU] Tuning dial
• The tuning step can also be changed while scanning.
Mode keys
r Push [MENU] to select M2.
t Push [F1 SCN] to select the scan menu.
• See p. 68 for scan condition.
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the SCN MEM SWR TCN VSC
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
y Push [F1 PRO] to start the programmed scan.
• The MHz and kHz decimal points blink while scanning. Push [F1]
u When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
pauses or ignores it depending on the resume, VSC ∂F : ± 1 O k
setting and the squelch condition. PRO ∂F FIN SPN SET
i To cancel the scan, push [F1 PRO].
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
• Rotating the tuning dial during scan also cancels scan
operation. Push [F1]

If the same frequencies are programmed into the

scan edge memory channel P1 and P2, pro-
grammed scan does not start.

PROG SCAN
PRO ∂F FIN SPN SET
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push [F1] to start/cancel the scanning.

D About the Fine programmed scan

During programmed scan, when a signal is received, PROG SCAN
scan continues, but the tuning step is temporarily set PRO
to 10 Hz.
∂F FIN SPN SET
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
q Follow steps q to y above to start programmed
scan. Push [F3] to switch
w During programmed scan, push [F3 FIN] to switch between programmed
between programmed scan and fine programmed scan and fine pro-
scan operation. grammed scan.
e Push [F1 PRO] to cancel the scan.
• Rotating the tuning dial during scan also cancels scan F-PROG SCAN
operation. PRO ∂F FIN SPN SET
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

70
 8 SCANS

■ Memory scan operation (Memory mode)

Memory scan searches through memory channel 1 to
99 for signals. Blank (unprogrammed) memory chan-
nels are skipped.

q Push [V/M] to select memory mode, if necessary.

w Push [MENU] to select M2.
e Push [F1 SCN] to select the scan menu.
• See p. 69 for scan condition.
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the [MENU] Tuning dial [V/M]
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
r Push [F1 MEM] to start the memory scan.
• The MHz and kHz decimal points blink while scanning. MEMO SCAN
• At least 2 memory channels must be programmed for MEM ∂F SEL SPN SET
memory scan to proceed.
t To cancel the scan, push [F1 MEM]. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

• Rotating the tuning dial during scan also cancels scan

operation.
Push [F1] to start/cancel the scanning.

■ Select memory scan

Select memory scan searches through memory chan-
MEMO SCAN
nels set as “select,” for signals. See below for setting
and deleting select memory channels.
MEM ∂F SEL SPN SET
F2 F3 F4 F5
q Follow the steps q to r above to start memory
F1

scan.
Push [F3] to switch
w During memory scan, push [F3 SEL] to switch be- between memory scan
tween memory scan and select memory scan. and select memory
• At least 2 memory channels must be set as the select scan.
channel.
e Push [F1 MEM] to cancel the scan. SEL-MEMO SCAN
• Rotating the tuning dial during scan also cancels scan
operation. MEM ∂F SEL SPN SET
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

D Setting/Cancelling select memory channels

All memory channels, except scan edges (P1 and P2), • Scan menu
can be set as a select memory channels.

➥ While the scan menu is selected, push [F3 SEL] to

set/cancel the displayed memory channel as a se-
lect channel; or while memory name screen is indi- ∂F : ± 1 O k
cated, push [F5 SEL] to set/cancel the displayed MEM ∂F SEL SPN SET
memory channel as a select memory channel.
• “SEL” appears when the channel is set as a select F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

memory channel.
• “SEL” disappears when cancelled. Push [F3] to set/cancel as a select channel.
• Push [F3 SEL]/[F5 SEL] for 1 sec to cancel all select
Select memory inidcator
memory settings. • Memory name screen
14.195OO USB
EDT ( ) SEL
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push [F3] to set/cancel as a select channel.

71
 SCANS 8

■ ∂F scan operation and Fine ∂F scan

∂F scan searches for signals within the specified Keypad [V/M]
range with the displayed VFO or memory channel fre-
quency as for center frequency. The frequency range
is specified by the span.

q Push [V/M] to select VFO mode or memory mode,

as desired.
w Set center frequency of the ∂F scan.
e Push [MENU] to select M2.
r Push [F1 SCN] to select the scan menu.
• See p. 68 for scan condition. [MENU] Tuning dial
• If the [RF/SQL] control function is set as “AUTO,” the
squelch is always open in SSB, CW and RTTY modes.
t Set the ∂F span by pushing [F4 SPN]. SCN MEM SWR TCN VSC
• ±5 kHz, ±10 kHz, ±20 kHz, ±50 kHz, ±100 kHz,
±500 kHz and ±1 MHz are selectable. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
y Push [F2 ∂F] to start the ∂F scan.
Push [F1]
• Decimal points blink while scanning.
u When the scan detects a signal, the scan stops,
pauses or ignores it depending on the VSC, re-
∂F : ± 1 O k
PRO ∂F FIN SPN SET
sume setting and the squelch condition.
i Push [F2 ∂F] to cancel the ∂F scan. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
• Rotating the tuning dial during scan also cancels scan
operation. Push [F2]
Push [F4] to select the span.

∂F S C A N
P R O ∂F FIN SPN SET
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push [F2] to start/cancel the scanning.

D About the Fine ∂F scan

During ∂F scan, when a signal is received, scan con-
tinues, but the tuning step is temporarily set to 10 Hz. ∂F S C A N
P R O ∂F FIN SPN SET
q Follow steps q to y above to start programmed
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
scan.
w During ∂F scan, push [F3 FIN] to switch between
Push [F3] to switch
∂F scan and fine ∂F scan operation.
between programmed
e Push [F2 ∂F] to cancel the scan. scan and fine pro-
• Rotating the tuning dial during scan also cancels scan grammed scan.
operation.
F - ∂F S C A N
PRO ∂F FIN SPN SET
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

72
 8 SCANS

■ Tone scan/DTCS code scan operation

By monitoring a signal that is being operated with a re-
peater, tone squelch or DTCS, you can determine the AGC DUP CMP TON SCP
tone frequency necessary to open a repeater or the
squelch. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

q Push [AM/FM] to select FM mode. Push [F4] for 1 sec.

w Push [MENU] several times to select M1.
e Push [F4 TONE] for 1 sec. to enter tone set mode.
Rptr Tone
r Push [F1 TON] to select the tone type to be
scanned. TON SCN 88.5Hz
• “Rptr Tone” for repeater tone, “TSQL Tone” for
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
tone squelch and “DTCS Code” for DTCS code can
be selected.
• When selecting DTCS code to be scanned, push [F5] Push [F1] several times to select tone type.
several times to select the DTCS code polarity.
“NN” : Normal polarity for both transmit and receive. • Repeater tone scan
“NR” : Normal polarity for transmit and reverse polarity
for receive. Rptr Tone SCAN
“RN” : Reverse polarity for transmit and normal polarity TON SCN 88.5Hz
for receive.
“RR” : Reverse polarity for both transmit and receive. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

t Push [F2 SCN] to start the tone scan function.

• “Rptr Tone SCAN,” “TSQL Tone SCAN” or Push [F2] to start/cancel the scan.
“DTCS Code SCAN” blinks when repeater tone scan,
tone squelch scan or DTCS code scan is operated, re- • Tone squelch tone scan
spectively.
y When a matched tone or code is found, the scan TSQL Tone SCAN
pauses and the tone frequency or code is set for TON SCN 88.5Hz
the selected tone as in step r.
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
When the tone scan or DTCS code scan is operated
in memory or call channel mode, the detected tone
frequency or code can be used temporarily. Push [F2] to start/cancel the scan.
To keep the detected tone frequency or code setting
for memory contents, you must over-write the mem- • DTCS code scan
ory or call channel. DTCS Code SCAN
u Push [F2 SCN] to cancel the tone scan function. TON SCN O23-NN
• Rotating the tuning dial during scan also cancels scan
operation. F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

Push [F2] to start/cancel the scan.

Push [F1] several times to select polarity.

73
 ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION 9
■ Antenna connection and selection
The IC-7400 has 2 antenna connectors for the HF/
50 MHz bands, [ANT1] and [ANT2], and 1 antenna
connector for the 144 MHz band; a total of 3 antenna
connectors.
For each operating band the IC-7400 covers, there is
a band memory which can memorize a selected an-
tenna. When you change the operating frequency be-
yond a band, the previously used antenna is auto-
matically selected (see below) for the new band. This [ANT]
function is convenient when you use 2 antennas for
HF and 50 MHz bands operation.

• Antenna select function: “Auto”

Once an antenna has been selected for use with a 144 MHz 21/28/50 MHz 3.5/7 MHz
band by pushing [ANT], the antenna is automatically
selected whenever that band is accessed.

[EXAMPLE]: a 3.5/7 MHz antenna is connected to

[ANT2] [ANT1]
[ANT1], a 21/28/50 MHz antenna is connected to
[ANT2]. When the antenna selector function is set
to “Auto,” an antenna is automatically selected when
changing bands.

• Antenna select function: “Manual”

When “Manual” is selected, you can use the [ANT1] 144 MHz band 50 MHz band HF bands
and [ANT2], however, band memory does not func-
tion. In this case you must select an antenna man-
ually. However, the 144 MHz antenna will still be AH-4
selected automatically. [ANT2] [ANT1]

[EXAMPLE]: an optional antenna tuner and HF an-

tenna are connected to [ANT1] and a 50 MHz an-
tenna is connected to [ANT2].

• Antenna select function: “OFF”

In this case, only [ANT1] and the 144 MHz antenna
connector can be used. [ANT] switch does not func-
tion.

74
 9 ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION

■ Antenna tuner operation

The internal automatic antenna tuner matches the
transceiver to the connected antenna automatically.
Once the tuner matches an antenna, the variable ca-
pacitor angles are memorized as a preset point for each
frequency range (100 kHz steps). Therefore, when you
change the frequency range, the variable capacitors are
automatically preset to the memorized point.

CAUTION: NEVER transmit with the tuner ON [TUNER]

when no antenna is connected. This will damage the
transceiver. Be careful of the antenna selection.

D TUNER OPERATION
➥ Push [TUNER] to turn the internal antenna tuner NOTES:
ON. The antenna is tuned automatically when the • The internal antenna tuner can only tune the HF and
antenna SWR is higher than 1.5:1. 50 MHz bands— the 144 MHz band cannot be tuned.
• When the tuner is ON, the “TUNE” indicator appears. • NEVER transmit without an antenna properly connected
to antenna port in use.
• MANUAL TUNING • When 2 antennas are connected, select the antenna to
be used with [ANT].
During SSB operation at low voice levels, the inter-
• If the SWR is higher than about 1.5:1 when tuning above
nal tuner may not be tuned correctly. In such cases,
100 kHz on an antenna’s preset point, push [TUNER] for
manual tuning is helpful. 1 sec. to start manual tuning.
• The internal tuner may not be able to tune in AM mode. In
➥ Push [TUNER] for 1 sec., to start manual tuning.
such cases, push [TUNER] for 1 sec. to manually tune.
• A side tone is emitted and “TUNE” indicator blinks while
tuning.
• If the tuner cannot reduce the SWR to less than 1.5:1
after 20 sec. of tuning, the [TUNER] switch indicator
goes out. D If the tuner cannot tune the antenna
Check the following and try again:
• AUTOMATIC TUNER START (HF bands only) • the [ANT] connector selection.
• the antenna connection and feedline.
If you want to deactivate the tuner under conditions of
• the unaltered antenna SWR. (Less than 3:1 for HF bands;
VSWR 1.5:1 or less, use the auto tuner start function Less than 2.5:1 for 50 MHz band)
and turn the tuner OFF. This function activates the • the transmit power. (8 W for HF bands; 15 W for 50 MHz
tuner automatically when the SWR exceeds 1.5:1. band)
• the power source voltage/capacity.
This function is turned ON in set mode. (p. 83).
If the tuner cannot reduce the SWR to less than 1.5:1
• PTT TUNER START after checking the above, perform the following:
The tuner is always tuned when the PTT is pushed • repeat manual tuning several times.
after the frequency is changed (more than 1% from • tune with a 50 Ω dummy load and re-tune the antenna.
last-tuned frequency). This function removes the • turn power OFF and ON.
“push and hold [TUNER]” operation and activates for • adjust the antenna cable length.
(This is effective for higher frequencies in some cases.)
the first transmission on a new frequency.
• Some antennas, especially for low bands, have a nar-
This function is turned ON in set mode. (p. 83). row bandwidth. These antennas may not be tuned at
the edge of their bandwidth, therefore, tune such an an-
tenna as follows:
• Antenna tuner of the IC-PW1/EURO
[Example]: Suppose you have an antenna which has an
When using an external antenna tuner such as the SWR of 1.5:1 at 3.55 MHz and an SWR of 3:1 at 3.8 MHz.
IC-PW1/EURO’s tuner, tune with the external an-
q Push [TUNER] to turn the antenna tuner ON.
tenna tuner, while the internal tuner is turned OFF.
w Select CW mode.
After tuning is completed, turn the internal tuner ON. e Turn OFF the break-in function. (p. 55)
Otherwise, both tuners tune simultaneously and cor- r Push [TRANSMIT] to set to the transmit condition.
rect tuning may not be obtained. t Set 3.55 MHz and key down.
See the instruction manual included with each an- y Set 3.80 MHz and key down.
u Push [TRANSMIT] to return to the receive condition.
tenna tuner for their respective operations.
75
 ANTENNA TUNER OPERATION 9

■ Optional external tuner operation

D AH-4 HF/50 MHz AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER
The AH-4 matches the IC-7400 to a long wire antenna AH-4 setting example:
more than 7 m/23 ft long (3.5 MHz and above). For mobile operation
• See the AH-4 instruction manual for AH-4 installation and Optional AH-2b
antenna connection details. antenna element
NEVER operate the AH-4 without an antenna wire.
The tuner and transceiver will be damaged.
NEVER operate the AH-4 when it is not grounded.
Transmitting before tuning may damage the trans- For outdoor operation
ceiver. Note that the AH-4 cannot tune when using a
1⁄2  long wire or multiple of the operating frequency. Long wire

When connecting the AH-4, the antenna connector

assignments are [ANT2] for the internal tuner and
[ANT1] for the AH-4. The antenna indicator in the
LCD displays “EXT” when the AH-4 is connected
and selected. R WARNING: HIGH VOLTAGE!
NEVER touch the antenna element while tuning
or transmitting.
D AH-4 operation
Tuning is required for each frequency. Be sure to
re-tune the antenna before transmitting when you
change the frequency— even slightly.

q Set the desired frequency in an HF or 50 MHz

band.
• The AH-4 may not operate on frequencies outside of
ham bands.
w Push [TUNER] for 1 sec.
• “TUNER” blinks while tuning.
e “TUNE” appears constantly when tuning is com-
plete.
• When the connected wire cannot be tuned, the “TUNE”
indicator goes out, and the AH-4 is bypassed. At that
[TUNER]
point the antenna wire connection root is to the trans-
ceiver directly, and not via AH-4 antenna tuner.
r To bypass the AH-4 manually, push [TUNER].

• Connecting the AH-4 Long wire or optional AH-2b

Coaxial cable (from AH-4)

ANT1
Transceiver

AH-4
Ground
Control cable

76
 10 DATA COMMUNICATION

■ Connections
■ When connecting to [DATA]
• When using a PC application
q DATA IN TX AUDIO
w GND GND Connect to serial port, parallel
port, speaker jack, microphone PC
r DATA OUT (9600 bps) RX AUDIO
jack and line IN/OUT jack, etc.
y P SQL* SQL See the instruction manual of the
t AF OUT (1200 bps) application for details.
e PTT P PTT

• When using a TNC TNC

q DATA IN TX AUDIO RS-232C
w GND GND

r DATA OUT (9600 bps) RX AUDIO

y P SQL* SQL
t AF OUT (1200 bps)
e PTT P PTT *When connecting the squelch line, consult the necessary manual (TNC, etc.)

■ When connecting to [ACC(1)]

• When using a PC application
RTTY RTTY OUTPUT Connect to serial port, parallel
GND GND
port, speaker jack, microphone
2
jack and line IN/OUT jack, etc. PC
4 5 AF AUDIO INPUT See the instruction manual of the
1 8 3
6 7
SEND PTT application for details.

TNC or scan converter

• When using a TNC
RS-232C
RTTY RTTY OUTPUT
GND GND
2
4 5 AF AUDIO INPUT
1 8 3
6
SEND PTT
7

Rear panel view

■ When connecting to [MIC]

• When using a PC application
MIC INPUT AUDIO OUTPUT Connect to serial port, parallel
AF OUTPUT AF INPUT port, speaker jack, microphone PC
MIC GND jack and line IN/OUT jack, etc.
GND GND See the instruction manual of the
application for details.
PTT* PTT*

• When using a TNC

MIC INPUT AFSK OUTPUT TNC or scan converter
AF OUTPUT AF INPUT RS-232C
MIC GND
GND GND

PTT* PTT*
SQL SQL INPUT *When using the VOX function, no need to connect. Refer to the instruction
manual of the external equipment (TNC, etc.).
When connecting the squelch line, consult the necessary manual (TNC, etc.).

77
 DATA COMMUNICATION 10

■ Packet (AFSK) operation

Before operating packet (AFSK) be sure to consult the [TRANSMIT] [TX] indicator Band keys
operating manual that came with your TNC.

q Connect a TNC and PC. (p. 77)

w Push a band key to select an operating band.
e Push [SSB] or [AM/FM] to select the desired oper-
ating mode.
• After LSB or USB is selected, push [SSB] for 1 sec. to
select LSB data or USB data mode, or after AM or FM
is selected, push [AM/FM] for 1 sec. to select AM data
or FM data mode.
[MIC GAIN] [SSB] [AM/FM] Tuning dial
• Generally, LSB is used on HF bands and FM is used for
packet operation on the VHF band. Selected mode indicator appears
r Rotate the tuning dial to tune the desired signal.
t Transmit your AFSK signals using your computer’s
keyboard.
• Rotate [RF PWR] to set the output power.
• Relative strength of the transmitted signal is indicated in
the Po meter while operating the TNC.
• When operating in SSB (data) mode, adjust output
power so that the ALC reading in the ALC meter stays
in the ALC zone.

NOTE: When connecting a TNC to the ACC socket

on the rear panel, select SSB (LSB/USB) data mode
or disconnect the microphone and rotate [MIC
GAIN] fully counterclockwise.

When SSB data mode is selected, the audio input

from the [MIC] connector is automatically cut, and
the audio input from the [ACC(1)] is used.
Also, when the SSB data mode is selected, the fixed
setting listed below are selected automatically;
• Speech compressor : OFF
• Transmit bandwidth : MID
• Tx tone (Bass) :0
• Tx tone (Treble) :0

D Frequency indication during AFSK operation

When operating AFSK in SSB mode, the indicated • Example— LSB/LSB data mode
frequency is the signals carrier point. Mark freq.: 2125 Hz
Shift freq.: 200 Hz

2325 Hz

200 Hz 2125 Hz

Carrier point
(Displayed frequency)

78
 10 DATA COMMUNICATION

■ Adjusting the TNC output level

When setting data transmission speed to 9600 bps,
the data signal coming from the TNC is applied exclu-
sively to the internal limiter circuitry to automatically
maintain band width.

NEVER apply data levels from the TNC of over 0.6 V

p-p, otherwise the transceiver will not be able to main-
tain the band width and may possibly interfere with
other stations.

D Using with a level meter or synchroscope

When using a level meter or synchroscope, adjust the
TX audio output level (DATA IN level) from the TNC
as follows.
0.4 V p-p (0.2 Vrms) : recommended level
0.2–0.5 V p-p (0.1–0.25 Vrms) : acceptable level

D Not using a measuring device

q Connect the transceiver to a TNC. (p. 77)
w Enter a test mode (“CAL,” etc.) on the TNC, then
transmit some test data.
e When the transceiver fails to transmit the test data
or transmits sporadically (TX indicator doesn’t light
or flashes):
- Decrease the TNC output level until the transmit
indicator lights continuously.
When transmission is not successful even though
the TX indicator lights continuously:
- Increase the TNC output level.

■ Data transmission speed

For data communication (in FM mode), the transceiver
can be set to a maximum data speeds of 9600 bps (or
less; 1200, 2400 or 4800 bps).
96OObps Mode
q Push [MENU] for 1 sec. to enter set mode. 21 OFF
w Push [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥] to select the 9600bps
Mode item.
e Rotate the tuning dial to turn the 9600 bps mode Select with the tuning dial
ON and OFF.
ON : 9600 bps of data speed 96OObps Mode
OFF : 1200, 2400 or 4800 bps of data speed 21 ON
(default)
r Push [MENU] to return to previous indication.

79
 SET MODE 11
■ General set mode
D Entering set mode
Set mode is used for programming infrequently
changed values or conditions of functions.
[F1 ≤] [F2 ≥]
• Set mode operation
q Push [MENU] several times to select the function
menu indication, if necessary.
w Push [MENU] for 1 sec. to enter the set mode.
e Push [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥] to select the desired item.
r Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select a default condition or value.
t Push [MENU] to exit the set mode.

[MENU] Tuning dial

D Set mode items

1. LCD Contrast
This item adjusts the contrast of the LCD from 0% to LCD Contrast
100% in 1% steps. 1 5O%
(default: 50%)

2. LCD Backlight
This item adjusts the brightness of the LCD from 0% LCD Backlight
to 100% in 1% steps. 2 5O%
(default: 50%)

3. Beep Level
This item adjusts the volume level for confirmation Beep Level
beep tones from 0% to 100% in 1% steps. When the 3 5O%
beep tones, item 6. Beep (p. 81), are turned OFF,
this setting has no effect.
(default: 50%)

4. Beep Level-lmt
This item allows you to set a maximum volume level Beep Level-lmt
for confirmation beep tones. Confirmation beep tones 4 ON
are linked to the [AF] control until a specified volume
level is reached— further rotation of the [AF] control
will not increase the volume of the beep tones.

ON Confirmation beep ON (default)

OFF Confirmation beep OFF

5. CAL. Marker
This item is used for a simple frequency check of the Cal. Marker
transceiver. 5 OFF
ON Calibration marker ON Turn the calibration marker OFF after checking the
OFF Calibration marker OFF (default) frequency of the transceiver.
See p. 93 for calibration procedure.
80
 11 SET MODE

■ General set mode (continued)

6. Beep
A beep sounds each time a switch is pushed to con- Beep
firm it. This function can be turned OFF for silent op- 6 ON
eration.

ON Confirmation beep ON (default)

OFF Confirmation beep OFF

The volume level can be set in 3. Beep Level.

(p. 80)

7. Band Edge Beep

A beep sounds when an operating frequency enters Band Edge Beep
or exits an amateur band. This functions independent 7 ON
of the confirmation beep setting (above).

ON Band edge beep ON (default)

OFF Band edge beep OFF

The volume level can be set in 3. Beep Level.

(p. 80)

8. RF/SQL Control
The [RF/SQL] control can be set as the RF/squelch RF/SQL Control
control (default), the squelch control only (RF gain is 8 RF+SQL
fixed at maximum) or ‘Auto’ (RF gain control in SSB,
CW and RTTY; squelch control in AM and FM).
RF+SQL [RF/SQL] control as RF/squelch con-
trol (default)
SQL [RF/SQL] control as squelch control
AUTO [RF/SQL] control as RF gain control
in SSB, CW and RTTY; squelch con-
trol in AM and FM

9. Meter Peak Hold

This item turns the meter peak hold function ON and Meter Peak Hold
OFF. When set to ON (default), peak meter readings 9 ON
are displayed for about 0.5 sec.

10. COMP Meter

This item turns the COMP meter indication ON and COMP Meter
OFF during transmit. When set to ON, the COMP 1O OFF
meter is displayed instead of the SWR meter.
(default: OFF)

81
 SET MODE 11

■ General set mode (continued)

11. Quick SPLIT
When this item is set to ON, pushing [SPLIT] for 1
Quick SPLIT
sec. sets the transmit frequency using the displayed
frequency and the split offset, set in SPLIT Off- 11 ON
set item below, and activates the split function au-
tomatically.

ON Quick split ON (default)

OFF Quick split OFF

12. SPLIT Offset

This item sets the offset (difference between transmit SPLIT Offset
and receive frequencies) for the quick split function.
12 O.OOOMHz
The offset frequency can be set from –9.999 MHz to
+9.999 MHz in 1 kHz steps.

13. SPLIT LOCK

When this item is ON, the tuning dial can be used SPLIT LOCK
to adjust the transmit frequency while pushing [XFC]
13 OFF
even while the dial lock function is activated.

ON Split lock function ON

OFF Split lock function OFF (default)

14. DUP Offset HF

This item sets the offset (difference between transmit
and receive frequencies) for duplex operation. How-
DUP Offset HF
ever, this setting is used to input the repeater offset 14 O.1OOMHz
for an HF band only.

The offset frequency can be set from 0.000 MHz to

9.999 MHz in 1 kHz steps.

15. DUP Offset 50M

This item sets the offset (difference between transmit DUP Offset 5OM
and receive frequencies) for duplex operation. How-
15 O.5OOMHz
ever, this setting is used to input the repeater offset
for a 50 MHz band only.

The offset frequency can be set from 0.000 MHz to

9.999 MHz in 1 kHz steps.

16. DUP Offset 144M

This item sets the offset (difference between transmit DUP Offset 144M
and receive frequencies) for duplex operation. How- 16 O.6OOMHz
ever, this setting is used to input the repeater offset
for a 144 MHz band only.

The offset frequency can be set from 0.000 MHz to

9.999 MHz in 1 kHz steps.

82
 11 SET MODE

■ General set mode (continued)

17. One Touch Rptr
This item turns the one touch repeater function ON One Touch Rptr
(DUP- or DUP+) and OFF.
17 DUP-
When [F2 DUP] is pushed for 1 sec. in M1, the se-
lected offset direction and the programmed duplex
offset frequency (depending on the operating fre-
quency band) is set with the displayed frequency.

19. Auto Tune

The internal antenna tuner has an automatic start ca- Auto Tune
pability which starts tuning if the SWR is higher than 19 OFF
1.5–3:1 in the HF bands.

When “OFF” is selected, the tuner remains OFF even

when the SWR is poor (1.5–3:1). When “ON” is se-
lected, automatic tune starts even when the tuner is
turned OFF.

20. PTT Tune

Tuning of the internal or external antenna tuner can PTT Tune
be started automatically at the moment the PTT is
2O OFF
pushed after the operating frequency is changed
(more than 1% from the last-tuned frequency).

21. 96OObps Mode

This item turn the 9600 bps data transmission capa- 96OObps Mode
bility ON and OFF.
21 OFF
ON : For 9600 bps data transmission.
OFF : For the regular audio (or slower data)
transmission only.

22. [ANT] Switch

You can set the antenna connector selection to au- [ANT] Switch
tomatic, manual or non-selection (when using 1 an-
22 Auto
tenna only for the HF/50 MHz bands).

Auto : The antenna switch is activated and

the band memory memorizes the se-
lected antenna. (default)
Manual: The antenna switch is activated and
selects an antenna manually.
OFF : The antenna switch is not activated and
does not function. The [ANT1] connec-
tor is always selected in this case.

83
 SET MODE 11

■ General set mode (continued)

23. SPEECH Language
When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is
SPEECH Language
installed, you can select between English and Japa-
nese as the language.
23 English

English : Announces in English (default)

Japanese : Announces in Japanese

See p. 89 for unit installation.

24. SPEECH Speed

When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT
SPEECH Speed
is installed, you can select between faster or slower
synthesizer output. 24 HIGH

HIGH : Announces faster (default)

LOW : Announces slower

See p. 89 for unit installation.

25. SPEECH S-Level

When the optional UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT is SPEECH S-Level
installed, you can have frequency, mode and signal
25 ON
level announcement. Signal level announcement can
be deactivated if desired.

ON : Announces operating frequency, mode

and receiving signal level. (default)
OFF : Announces operating frequency and
mode only.

See p. 90 for unit installation.

26. Memory Pad Ch

This item sets the number of memo pad channels Memory Pad Ch
available. 5 or 10 memo pads can be set.
26 5
5 : 5 memo pads (default)
10 : 10 memo pads

84
 11 SET MODE

■ General set mode (continued)

27. DIAL Auto TS
This item sets the auto tuning step function. When ro- DIAL Auto TS
tating the tuning dial rapidly, the tuning step automat-
27 HIGH
ically changes several times as selected.

There are 2 type of auto tuning steps: HIGH (Fastest)

and LOW (Faster).

HIGH : Auto tuning step is turned ON.

Approx. 5 times fastest tuning step
during rapid rotation (default)
LOW : Auto tuning step is turned ON.
Approx. 2 times faster tuning step dur-
ing rapid rotation
OFF : Auto tuning step is turned OFF.

28. MIC U/D Speed

This item sets the rate at which frequencies are MIC U/D Speed
scanned when the microphone [UP]/[DN] switches
28 HIGH
are pushed and held. High or low can be selected.

HIGH : High speed (default, 50 tuning steps/

sec.)
LOW : Low speed (25 tuning steps/sec.)

29. Quick RIT Clear

This item selects the RIT/∂TX frequency clearing in- Quick RIT Clear
struction with [PBTC].
29 OFF
ON : Clears the RIT/∂TX frequency when
[PBTC] is pushed momentarily.
OFF : Clears the RIT/∂TX frequency when
[PBTC] is pushed for 1 sec. (default)

30. BW Popup (PBT)

This item turns the PBT shifting value indication ON BW Popup (PBT)
and OFF during [TWIN PBT] control operation. When 3O ON
set to ON, the shifting value is displayed above the
multi-function switches.
(default: ON)

31. BW Popup (FIL)

This item turns the IF filter width indication ON and BW Popup (FIL)
OFF when selecting with [FILTER]. When set to ON, 31 ON
the filter width is displayed above the multi function
switches.
(default: ON)

85
 SET MODE 11

■ General set mode (continued)

32. SSB/CW Synchronous Tuning
This item selects the displayed frequency shift func- SSB/CW Sync Tun
tion from ON and OFF.
32 OFF
When this function is activated, the receiving signal
can be kept in receive even when the operating mode
is changed between SSB and CW.

ON : The displayed frequency shifts when

the operating mode is changed be-
tween SSB and CW.
OFF : The displayed frequency does not shift.
(default)

The frequency shifting value may differ according

to the CW pitch setting.

33. CW Normal Side

Selects the carrier point of CW mode from LSB and CW Normal Side
USB. 33 LSB
LSB : The carrier point is set to LSB side.
(default)
USB : The carrier point is set to USB side.

34. KEYER 1st Menu

This item selects the appearing menu when [F4 KEY] KEYER 1st Menu
is pushed in M1 at first, from KEYER-Root and
34 KEYER-Root
KEYER-SEND.

KEYER-Root : Selects memory keyer

menu first (default)
KEYER-SEND : Selects keyer SEND menu
first

35. External Keypad

This item sets the external keypad capability.
External Keypad
OFF : External keypad does not func- 35 OFF
tion. (default)
KEYER SEND : Pushing one of external keypad
4.7kΩ 2.2kΩ 1.5kΩ 1.5kΩ
switches, transmits the desired ±5% ±5% ±5% ±5% To [MIC] connector pin e
keyer memory contents during
CW mode operation.
S4 S3 S2 S1
For your information (T4/M4) (T3/M3) (T2/M2) (T1/M1)
To [MIC] connector pin u
The diagram as at right shows the equivalent circuit
of an external keypad and connects to pin 3 and pin 7 USER EXTERNAL KEYPAD

of the [MIC] connector (p. 12)

86
 11 SET MODE

■ General set mode (continued)

36. CI-V Baud Rate
This item sets the data transfer rate. 300, 1200, 4800, CI-V Baud Rate
9600, 19200 bps and “Auto” are available. 36 Auto
Auto : Auto baud rate (default)
3OO : 300 bps
12OO : 1200 bps
48OO : 4800 bps
96OO : 9600 bps
192OO : 19200 bps

When “Auto” is selected, the baud rate is automati-

cally set according to the connected controller or re-
mote controller.

37. CI-V Address

To distinguish equipment, each CI-V transceiver has CI-V Address
its own Icom standard address in hexadecimal code. 37 66h
The IC-7400’s address is 66h.

When 2 or more IC-7400’s are connected to an op-

tional CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER, rotate the tuning
dial to select a different address for each IC-7400 in
the range 01h to 7Fh.

38. CI-V Transceive

Transceive operation is possible with the IC-7400 con- CI-V Transceive
nected to other Icom HF transceivers or receivers. 38 ON
ON : Transceive ON (default)
OFF : Transceive OFF

When “ON” is selected, changing the frequency,

operating mode, etc. on the IC-7400 automatically
changes those of connected transceivers (or receiv-
ers) and vice versa.

39. CI-V 731 Mode

When connecting the IC-7400 to the IC-735 for trans- CI-V 731 Mode
ceive operation, you must change the operating fre- 39 OFF
quency data length to 4 bytes.
• This item must be set to “ON” only when operating the
transceiver with the IC-735.

ON : 4 bytes of frequency data

OFF : 5 bytes of frequency data (default)

87
 SET MODE 11

■ Tone control set mode

D Entering tone control set mode
Tone levels (bass and treble) for each transmit and re-
ceive audio can be set for each phone mode indepen-
dently. [F1 ≤] [F2 ≥] [F4 TCN]

• Set mode operation

q Push [MENU] several times to select M2.
w Push [F4 TCN] to select the tone control set
mode.
e Push [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥] to select the desired item.
r Push [SSB] or [AM/FM] to select the desired oper-
ating mode.
t Set the desired condition using the tuning dial.
• Push [F3] for 1 sec. to select a default value. [MENU] Tuning dial
y Push [MENU] to exit the set mode.

D Tone control set mode items

1. TX Bass
This item adjusts the bass level of the transmit audio TX Bass SSB
tone from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 1 O

2. TX Treble
This item adjusts the treble level of the transmit audio TX Treble SSB
tone from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 2 O

3. RX Bass
This item adjusts the bass level of the receive audio RX Bass SSB
tone from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 3 O

4. RX Treble
This item adjusts the treble level of the receive audio RX Treble SSB
tone from –5 dB to +5 dB in 1 dB steps. 4 O

88
 12 OPTION INSTALLATION

■ Opening the transceiver’s case

Follow the case and cover opening procedures shown
here when you want to install an optional unit or adjust
the internal units, etc.

CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable

from the transceiver before performing any work on
the transceiver. Otherwise, there is danger of elec-
tric shock and/or equipment damage.

q Remove the 2 screws from the left side of the trans-

ceiver to remove the carrying handle as shown at
right.

w Remove the 6 screws from the top of the trans-

ceiver and the 6 screws from the sides, then lift up
the top cover.
e Turn the transceiver upside down.
r Remove 6 screws from the bottom of the trans-
ceiver, then lift up the bottom cover.

■ UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT

The UT-102 announces the accessed readout’s fre-
quency, mode, etc. (S-meter level can also be an-
nounced— p. 84) in a clear, electronically-generated
voice, in English (or Japanese).
➥ Push [LOCK/SPCH] for 1 sec. to announce the fre-
quency, etc.
MAIN unit
q Remove the top and bottom covers as shown
above. UT-102
w Remove the protective paper attached to the bot-
tom of the UT-102 to expose the adhesive strip.
R1925
e Plug UT-102 into J1920 on the MAIN unit as shown J1920

in the diagram at right.

r Adjust the trimmer, SPCH LVL: R1925 on the MAIN
unit, to set the speech level if desired. Refer to the
illustration at right.
t Return the top and bottom covers to their original
positions.
89
 OPTION INSTALLATION 12

■ CR-338 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT

By installing the CR-338, the total frequency stability
of the transceiver will be improved.

q Remove the bottom cover as shown on the previ- Shield cover

ous page. P2
(CHASSIS)
w Remove the 4 screws from the shield cover of the
RF unit, and disconnect P2 (CHASSIS) from J761
(MAIN), then lift up the shield cover.
TUNER RF unit
(antenna tuner)
connector J761
(MAIN unit)

e Remove the 8 screws from the RF unit, disconnect Black belt

J1, J121 and J151, then remove the RF unit.
r Remove the supplied internal crystal and replace CR-338
with the CR-338. Supplied crystal
Blue J1
t Return the RF unit, J1, J121 and J151 to their orig- belt Black
inal positions. J151
Blue
J121
Red

Red belt

Soldering RF unit
points

y Connect a frequency counter to the J262, 2LO Connect a frequency counter, then adjust
IN, then adjust the reference frequency to be the frequency to be 64.00000 MHz.
64.00000 MHz with the L1901 on the RF unit. RF unit
u Return the J262, shield cover, P2 and bottom cov-
ers to their original positions.

J262
2LO IN
L1901

90
 13 MAINTENANCE

■ Troubleshooting
The following chart is designed to help you correct If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem
problems which are not equipment malfunctions. or solve it through the use of this chart, contact your
nearest Icom Dealer or Service Center.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.

Power does not come on • Power cable is improperly connected. • Re-connect the DC power cable correctly. p. 16
POWER

when the [POWER] switch • Fuse is blown. • Check for the cause, then replace the fuse with p. 92
is pushed. the spare one.
(Fuses are installed in the DC power cable and
the internal PA unit.)
No sounds come out from • Volume level is too low. • Rotate [AF] clockwise to obtain a suitable lis- p. 23
the speaker. tening level.
• The squelch is closed. • Turn [RF/SQL] to 10 o’clock position to open p. 24
the squelch.
• The transceiver is in transmitting condition. • Push [TRANSMIT] to receive or check the p. 25
SEND line of an external unit, if desired.
Sensitivity is too low, and • The antenna is not connected properly. • Re-connect to the antenna connector. —
only strong signals are au- • The antenna for another band is selected. • Select an antenna suitable for the operating fre- p. 74
dible. quency.
• The antenna is not properly tuned. • Push [TUNER] for 1 sec. to manually tune the pgs. 75,
RECEIVE

antenna. 76
• The attenuator is activated. • Push [P.AMP/ATT] for 1 sec. to select “ATT OFF.” p. 47
Received audio is unclear • Wrong operating mode is selected. • Select a suitable operating mode. p. 23
or distorted. • PBT function is activated. • Push [PBTC] for 1 sec. to reset the function p. 51
• Noise blanker is turned ON when receiving a • Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker OFF. p. 50
strong signal.
• Preamp is activated. • Push [P.AMP/ATT] once or twice to turn the p. 47
function OFF.
• The noise reduction is activated and the [NR] • Set the [NR] control for maximum readability. p. 52
control is too far clockwise.
The [ANT] switch does not • The antenna switch has not been activated. • Set the antenna switch in set mode to “Auto” p. 84
function or “Manual.”
Transmitting is impossible. • The operating frequency is not set to a ham • Set the frequency to a ham band. p. 19
band.
Output power is too low. • [RF PWR] is set too far counterclockwise • Rotate [RF PWR] clockwise. p. 25
• [MIC GAIN] is set too far counterclockwise • Set [MIC GAIN] to a suitable position. p. 25
• The antenna for another band is selected. • Select an antenna suitable for the operating fre- p. 74
quency.
• The antenna is not properly tuned. • Push [TUNER] for 1 sec. to manually tune the pgs. 75,
antenna. 76
TRANSMIT

No contact possible with • RIT or ∂TX function is activated. • Push [RIT] or [∂TX] to turn the function OFF. pgs. 47,
another station. 56
• Split frequency and/or duplex function are ac- • Push [SPLIT] and/or [F2 DUP] (in M1) to turn pgs. 44,
tivated. the function OFF. 58
Transmit signal is unclear • [MIC GAIN] is set too far clockwise • Set [MIC GAIN] to a suitable position. p. 25
or distorted.
Repeater cannot be ac- • Split frequency or duplex function is not ac- • Push [SPLIT] and/or [F2 DUP] (in M1) to turn pgs. 44,
cessed. tivated. the function ON 58
• Programmed subaudible tone frequency is • Reset the frequency using set mode. p. 45
wrong.
Programmed scan does • Squelch is open. • Set [RF/SQL] to the threshold point. p. 24
not stop. • [RF/SQL] is assigned to RF gain control and • Reset [RF/SQL] control assignment and set it to pgs. 24,
squelch is open. the threshold point. 81
Programmed scan does • The same frequencies have been programmed • Program different frequencies in scan edge p. 65
SCAN

not start. in scan edge memory channels P1 and P2. memory channel P1 and P2.
Memory scan does not • 2 or more memory channels have not been • Program more than 2 memory channels. p. 62
start programmed.
Select memory scan does • 2 or more memory channels have not been • Designate more than 2 memory channels as p. 71
not start designated as select channels. select channels for the scan.

91
 MAINTENANCE 13

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.

DISPLAY

The displayed frequency • The dial lock function is activated. • Push [LOCK/SPCH] to turn the function OFF. p. 52
does not change properly. • A set mode screen is selected. • Push [MENU] several times to exit the set —
mode.
• The internal CPU has malfunctioned. • Reset the CPU. p. 93

■ Fuse replacement
If a fuse blows or the transceiver stops functioning, CAUTION: DISCONNECT the DC power cable
try to find the source of the problem, and replace the from the transceiver when changing a fuse.
damaged fuse with a new, rated fuse.

The IC-7400 has 2 types of fuses installed for trans-

ceiver protection.
• DC power cable fuses …………………… FGB 30 A
• Circuitry fuse ……………………………… FGB 5 A

D DC power cable fuse replacement

30 A
Refer the figure illustrated at right for the DC power fuse
cable fuse replacement.

D Circuitry fuse replacement

The 13.8 V DC from the DC power cable is applied to
all units in the IC-7400, except for the power amplifier,
through the circuitry fuse. This fuse is installed in the
PA unit.

q Remove the top cover as shown on p. 89.

w Remove the 11 screws from the PA shielding plate,
then remove the plate.

e Replace the circuitry fuse as shown in the diagram

Fuse
at right.
r Replace the PA shielding plate and top cover.

■ Tuning dial brake adjustment

The tension of the tuning dial may be adjusted to suit
your preference.

The brake adjustment screw is located on the right

side of the tuning dial. See the figure at right.

Turn the brake adjustment screw clockwise or counter- Light

clockwise to obtain a comfortable tension level while turn-
ing the dial continuously and evenly in one direction.
Heavy
92
 13 MAINTENANCE

■ Resetting the CPU

When first applying power or when the function does
not seem to be operating normally, reset the CPU as [POWER] [F-INP] [M-CL]
follows:
q Make sure the transceiver power is OFF.
w While pushing [M-CL] and [F-INP], push [POWER]
for 1 sec. to turn power ON.
• The internal CPU is reset.
• The transceiver displays its initial VFO frequency when
resetting is complete.
e Correct the set mode settings after resetting, if de-
sired.
NOTE: Resetting CLEARS all programmed con-
tents in memory channels and returns programmed
values in set mode to default values.

■ Frequency calibration (approximate)

A very accurate frequency counter is required to cal-
ibrate the frequency of the transceiver. However, a
rough check may be performed by receiving radio sta-
tion WWV, or other standard frequency signals.

CAUTION: Your transceiver has been thoroughly

adjusted and checked at the factory before being
shipped. You should not calibrate frequencies, ex-
cept for special reasons. [MENU] [SSB] [PBTC]

q Push [SSB] to select USB mode.

w Push [PBTC] for 1 sec. to clear the PBT settings
and make sure that the RIT/∂TX function is not ac-
tivated.
e Set the frequency to the standard frequency station
minus 1 kHz.
• When receiving WWV (10.000.00 MHz) as a standard fre-
quency, set the operating frequency for 9.999.00 MHz.
• Other standard frequencies can also be used. [RF/SQL] [AF] [P.AMP/ATT] [RIT] [CLEAR]
r Push [MENU] several times to select M1 or M2, if
necessary. • Calibration marker item
t Push [MENU] for 1 sec. to select the set mode CAL. Marker
screen. 5 ON
y Push [F1 ≤] or [F2 ≥] several times to select the
CAL. Marker item.
u Rotate the tuning dial clockwise to turn the calibra-
tion marker ON.
• Side tone may be heard.
i Adjust [CAL] pot on the rear side of the transceiver
for a zero beat with the received standard signal.
• Zero beat means that two signals are exactly the same
frequency, resulting in a single tone being emitted.
o Rotate the tuning dial counterclockwise to turn the
calibration marker OFF.
!0 Push [MENU] to exit set mode.
[CAL]

93
 CONTROL COMMAND 14
■ Remote jack (CI-V) information
• CI-V connection example BC-25
The transceiver can be connected through an optional IC-7400 (optional)
CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER to a personal computer 9–15 V
equipped with an RS-232C port. The Icom Communi- DC
cations Interface-V (CI-V) controls the following func-
tions of the transceiver.
personal
Up to 4 Icom CI-V transceivers or transceivers can be
computer
connected to a personal computer equipped with an ct-17
RS-232C port. See p. 87 for setting the CI-V condition
using set mode.

• Data format
mini-plug cable
The CI-V system can be operated using the following
data formats. Data formats differ according to com-
mand numbers. A data area or sub command is added
for some commands.
Controller to IC-7400 OK message to controller
q w e r t y u

FE FE 66 E0 Cn Sc Data area FD FE FE E0 66 FB FD
Sub command number
(see the command table)

(see command table)

frequency or memory

NG code OK code
(fixed)
Command number

BCD code data for

End of message

End of message
default address

default address

default address

default address
Transceiver’s

Transceiver’s
number entry
Controller’s

Controller’s
code (fixed)

code (fixed)
code (fixed)

code (fixed)
Preamble

Preamble

(fixed)

FE FE E0 66 Cn Sc Data area FD FE FE E0 66 FA FD
q w e r t y u
IC-7400 to controller NG message to controller

• Command table
Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description
00 — Send frequency data 07 B0 Exchange VFO A and VFO B
01 Same as Send mode data 08 — Select memory mode
command 06 0001–0101* Select memory channel
02 — Read band edge frequencies *P1=0100, P2=0101
03 — Read operating frequency 0102 Select the call channel
04 — Read operating mode 09 — Memory write
05 — Set operating frequency 0A — Memory to VFO
06 00 Select LSB 0B — Memory clear
01 Select USB 0C — Read offset frequency
02 Select AM
0D — Set offset frequency
03 Select CW
04 Select RTTY 0E 00 Scan stop
05 Select FM 01 Programmed/memory scan start
07 Select CW-R 02 Programmed scan start
08 Select RTTY-R 03 ∂F scan start
12 Fine programmed scan start
07 — Select VFO mode
13 Fine ∂F scan start
00 Select VFO A
22 Memory scan start
01 Select VFO B
23 Select memory scan start
A0 Equalize VFO A and VFO B
94
 14 CONTROL COMMAND

• Command table (continued)

Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description
0E A1–A7 Set ∂F scan span (A1=±5 kHz, 16 12 AGC selection (0=OFF; 1=Slow;
A2=±10 kHz, A3=±20 kHz, 2=Mid; 3=Fast)
A4=±50 kHz, A5=±100 kHz, 22 Noise blanker (0=OFF; 1=ON)
A6=±500 kHz, A7=±1 MHz) 40 Noise reduction (0=OFF; 1=ON)
B0 Set as non-select channel 41 Auto notch (0=OFF; 1=ON)
B1 Set as select channel
42 Repeater tone (0=OFF; 1=ON)
D0 Set scan resume OFF
D3 Set scan resume ON 43 Tone squelch (0=OFF; 1=ON)
44 Speech compressor (0=OFF; 1=ON)
0F 00 Turn the split function OFF
01 Turn the split function ON 45 Monitor (0=OFF; 1=ON)
10 Select simplex operation 46 VOX function (0=OFF; 1=ON)
11 Select –DUP operation 47 Break-in (0=OFF; 1=semi break-
12 Select +DUP operation in; 2=full break-in)
10 00 Select 10 Hz (1 Hz) tuning step 48 Manual notch (0=OFF; 1=ON)
01 Select 100 Hz tuning step 49 RTTY filter (0=OFF; 1=ON)
02 Select 1 kHz tuning step 4B DTCS (0=OFF; 1=ON)
03 Select 5 kHz tuning step 4C VSC (0=OFF; 1=ON)
04 Select 9 kHz tuning step
19 00 Read the transceiver ID
05 Select 10 kHz tuning step
06 Select 12.5 kHz tuning step 1A 00 Send/read memory contents (see
07 Select 20 kHz tuning step p. 97 for details)
08 Select 25 kHz tuning step 01 Send/read band stacking register
contents (see p. 97 for details)
11 — Select/read attenuator (0=OFF,
1=ON) 02 Send/read memory keyer con-
tents (see p. 97 for details)
12 — Select/read antenna selection
03 Send/read the selected filter width
(0=ANT1, 1=ANT2)
(0=50 Hz to 40/31=3600/2700 Hz)
13 00 Announce with voice synthesizer 04 Send/read the selected AGC time
01 (00=all data; 01=frequency and constant (0=OFF, 1=0.1/0.3 sec.
02 S-meter level; 02=receive mode) to 13=6.0/8.0 sec.)
14 01 + Level data [AF] level setting (0=max. CCW to 0501 Send/read LCD contrast (0=0% to
255=max. CW) 255=100%)
02 + Level data [RF] level setting (0=max. CCW to 0502 Send/read LCD backlight (0=0% to
255=11 o’clock) 255=100%)
03 + Level data [SQL] level setting (0=11 o’clock to 0503 Send/read beep gain (0=min. to
255=max. CW) 255=max.)
06 + Level data [NR] level setting (0=min. to 0504 Send/read beep gain limit (0=OFF,
255=max.) 1=ON)
07 + Level data Inside [TWIN PBT] setting or 0505 Send/read calibration marker
IF shift setting (0=max. CCW, (0=OFF, 1=ON)
128=center, 255=max. CW)
0506 Send/read confirmation beep
08 + Level data Outside [TWIN PBT] setting (0=OFF, 1=ON)
(0=max. CCW, 128=center,
0507 Send/read band edge beep
255=max. CW)
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
09 + Level data [CW PITCH] setting (0=300 Hz,
0508 Send/read RF/SQL control set
128=600 Hz, 255=900 Hz)
(0=Auto, 1=SQL, 2=RF+SQL)
0A + Level data [RF PWR] setting (0=mini. to
0509 Send/read meter peak hold set
255=max.)
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
0B + Level data [MIC GAIN] setting (0=mini. to
0510 Send/read COMP meter set
255=max.)
(0=OFF, 1=ON)
0C + Level data [KEY SPEED] setting (0=slow to
0511 Send/read quick split set (0=OFF,
255=fast)
1=ON)
0D + Level data [NOTCH] setting (0=low freq. to
0512 Send/read split offset –9.999 to
255=high freq.)
+9.999 MHz (see p. 98 for details)
0E + Level data COMP Level Delay setting (0=0 to
0513 Send/read split lock set (0=OFF,
10=10)
1=ON)
0F + Level data Break-IN DELAY setting (20=2.0d
0514 Send/read duplex offset 0.000 to
to 130=13.0d)
9.999 MHz for HF (see p. 98 for
15 01 Read squelch condition details)
02 Read S-meter level 0515 Send/read duplex offset 0.000 to
11 Read RF power meter 9.999 MHz for 50 MHz band (see
12 Read SWR meter p. 98 for details)
13 Read ALC meter
0516 Send/read duplex offset 0.000
16 02 Preamp (0=OFF; 1=preamp 1; to 9.999 MHz for 144 MHz band
2=preamp 2) (see p. 98 for details)
95
 CONTROL COMMAND 14

• Command table (continued)

Command Sub command Description Command Sub command Description
1A 0517 Send/read one touch repeater set 1A 0548 Send/read FM TX Tone (Treble)
(0=DUP–, 1=DUP+) level (0=–5 to 10=+5)
0518 Send/read auto repeater set 0549 Send/read FM RX Tone (Bass)
(0=OFF, 1=ON-1, 2=ON-2) level (0 =–5 to 10=+5)
0519 Send/read tuner auto start set 0550 Send/read FM RX Tone (Treble)
(0=OFF, 1=ON) level (0=–5 to 10=+5)
0520 Send/read PTT tune set (0=OFF, 0551 Send/read contact number style
1=ON) (0=Normal, 1=190ANO,
0521 Send/read 9600 bps mode set 2=190ANT, 3=90NO, 4=90
(0=OFF, 1=ON) NT)
0522 Send/read antenna selection 0552 Send/read count up trigger chan-
(0=OFF, 1=Manual, 2=Auto) nel (1=M1, 2=M2, 3=M3, 4=M4)
0523 Send/read speech language 0553 Send/read present number (1–
(0=English, 1=Japanese) 9999)
0524 Send/read speech speed (0=Slow, 0554 Send/read CW side tone gain
1=Fast) (0=min. to 255=max.)
0525 Send/read S-level speech (0=OFF, 0555 Send/read CW side tone gain limit
1=ON) (0=OFF, 1=ON)
0526 Send/read memo pad numbers 0556 Send/read CW keyer repeat time
(0=5 ch, 1=10 ch) (1=1 sec. to 60=60 sec.)
0527 Send/read main dial auto TS 0557 Send/read CW keyer dot/dash
(0=OFF, 1=Low, 2=High) ratio (28=1:1:2.8 to 45=1:1:4.5)
0528 Send/read mic. up/down speed 0558 Send/read rise time (0=2 msec.,
(0=Low, 1=High) 1=4 msec., 2=6 msec., 3=8 msec.)
0529 Send/read quick RIT/∂TX clear 0559 Send/read paddle polarity
function (0=OFF, 1=ON) (0=Normal, 1=Reverse)
0530 Send/read PBT shifting value 0560 Send/read keyer type (0=Straight,
popup set (0=OFF, 1=ON) 1=Bug-key, 2=ELEC-Key)
0531 Send/read IF filter width popup 0561 Send/read mic. up/down keyer set
set (0=OFF, 1=ON) (0=OFF, 1=ON)
0532 Send/read SSB/CW synchronous 0562 Send/read RTTY filter bandwidth
tuning function (0=OFF, 1=ON) (0=250 Hz, 1=300 Hz, 2=350 Hz,
0533 Send/read CW normal side set 3=500 Hz, 4=1 kHz)
(0=LSB, 1=USB) 0563 Send/read twin peak filter
0534 Send/read keyer 1st menu set (0=OFF, 1=ON)
(0=Keyer-root, 1=Keyer-send) 0564 Send/read RTTY mark frequency
0535 Send/read external keypad set (0=1275 Hz, 1=1615 Hz,
(0=OFF, 1=Keyer send) 2=2125 Hz)
0536 Send/read CI-V transceive set 0565 Send/read RTTY shift width
(0=OFF, 1=ON) (0=170 Hz, 1=200 Hz, 2=425 Hz)
0537 Send/read CI-V 731 mode set 0566 Send/read RTTY keying polarity
(0=OFF, 1=ON) (0=Normal, 1=Reverse)
0538 Send/read speech compressor 0567 Send/read RTTY decode USOS
level set (0=0 to 10=10) (0=OFF, 1=ON)
0539 Send/read SSB TX Tone (Bass) 0568 Send/read RTTY decode new line
level (0 =–5 to 10=+5) code (0=CR,LF,CR+LF, 1=CR+LF)
0540 Send/read SSB TX Tone (Treble) 0569 Send/read number of RTTY de-
level (0=–5 to 10=+5) coder line (0=2 lines, 1=3 lines)
0541 Send/read SSB RX Tone (Bass) 0570 Send/read scan speed (0=Low,
level (0 =–5 to 10=+5) 1=High)
0542 Send/read SSB RX Tone (Treble) 0571 Send/read scan resume (0=OFF,
level (0=–5 to 10=+5) 1=ON)
0543 Send/read AM TX Tone (Bass) 0572 Send/read NB level (0=0% to
level (0 =–5 to 10=+5) 255=100%)
0544 Send/read AM TX Tone (Treble) 0573 Send/read VOX gain (0=0% to
level (0=–5 to 10=+5) 255=100%)
0545 Send/read AM RX Tone (Bass) 0574 Send/read anti VOX gain (0=0% to
level (0 =–5 to 10=+5) 255=100%)
0546 Send/read AM RX Tone (Treble) 0575 Send/read VOX delay (0=0.0 sec.
level (0=–5 to 10=+5) to 20=2.0 sec.)
0547 Send/read FM TX Tone (Bass) 0576 Send/read Break-IN delay set
level (0 =–5 to 10=+5) (20=2.0d to 130=13.0d)

96
 14 CONTROL COMMAND

• Command table (continued) D Codes for memory keyer contents

To send or read the desired memory keyer contents, the
Command Sub command Description
channel and character codes as follows are used.
1A 0577 Send/read MONITOR level (0=0%
to 255=100%) • Channel code
06 Send/read DATA mode (0=OFF, Code Channel number
1=ON) 01 M1
07 Send/read SSB transmit bandwidth 02 M2
(0=WIDE, 1=MID, 2=NAR)
03 M3
08 Send/read DSP filter shape
(0= sharp, 1= soft) 04 M4
1B 00 Set/read repeater tone frequency
(see p. 98 for details) • Character’s code
01 Set/read TSQL tone frequency Character ASCII code Description
(see p. 98 for details) 0–9 30–39 Numerals
02 Set/read DTCS code and polarity A–Z 41–5A Alphabetical characters
(see p. 98 for details)
space 20 Word space
1C 00 Set/read the transceiver’s condi-
/ 2F Symbol
tion (0=Rx; 1=Tx)
01 Set/read antenna tuner condition ? 3F Symbol
(0=OFF, 1=ON, 2=Start tuning or , 2C Symbol
while tuning) . 2E Symbol
^ 5E e.g., to send BT, enter ^4254
✱ 2A Inserts contact number (can be
D To send/read memory contents
used for 1 channel only)
When sending or reading memory contents, additional code
as follows must be added to appoint the memory channel.
➥ Additional code: 0000–0102 (0100=P1, 0101=P2, 0102=Call) D Codes for memory name contents
To send or read the desired memory name settings, the
D Band stacking register character codes, instructed codes for memory keyer con-
To send or read the desired band stacking register’s con- tents as above, and follows are additionally used.
tents, combined code of the frequency band and register • Character’s code— Alphabetical characters
codes as follows are used.
Character ASCII code Character ASCII code
For example, when sending/reading the oldest contents in
the 21 MHz band, the code “0703” is used. a–z 61–7A — —
• Frequency band code
• Character’s code— Symbols
Code Frequency band Frequency range (unit: MHz)
01 1.8 1.800000– 1.999999 Character ASCII code Character ASCII code
02 3.5 3.400000– 4.099999 ! 21 # 23
03 7 6.900000– 7.499999 $ 24 % 25
04 10 9.900000–10.499999 & 26 ¥ 5C
05 14 13.900000–14.499999 ? 3F ” 22
06 18 17.900000–18.499999 ’ 27 ` 60
07 21 20.900000–21.499999 + 2B – 2D
08 24 24.400000–25.099999 : 3A ; 3B
09 28 28.000000–29.999999 = 3D < 3C
10 50 50.000000–54.000000 > 3E ( 28
11 144 144.000000–148.000000 ) 29 [ 5B
12 GENE Other than above ] 5D { 7B
} 7D | 7C
• Register code _ 5F – 7E
Code Registered number
01 1 (latest)
02 2
03 3 (oldest)

97
 CONTROL COMMAND 14

D Split/Duplex frequency setting

The following data sequence is used when sending/reading
the split or duplex frequency setting.

q w e r*
X 0 X X 0 X XX

10 MHz digit: 0 (fixed)

100 Hz digit: 0 (fixed)

100 kHz digit: 0—9

10 kHz digit: 0—9

1 MHz digit: 0—4

1 kHz digit: 0—9

01=— direction
00=+ direction
Direction:

*No need to enter for duplex frequency setting.

D Repeater tone/tone squelch frequency setting

The following data sequence is used when sending/reading
the DTCS code and polarity setting.
q* w e
0 0 X X X X
100Hz digit: 0–2

0.1 Hz digit: 0–9

10 Hz digit: 0–9

1 Hz digit: 0–9
Fixed digit: 0*

Fixed digit: 0*

*Not necessary when setting a frequency.

D DTCS code and polarity setting

The following data sequence is used when sending/reading
the DTCS code and polarity setting.
q w e
X X 0 X X X
Transmit polarity:

Receive polarity:

2nd digit: 0–7

3rd digit: 0–7

Fixed digit: 0

1st digit: 0–7

1= Reverse

1= Reverse
0= Normal

0= Normal

98
 15 SPECIFICATIONS

• General • Receiver
• Frequency coverage : (Unit: MHz) • Receive system : Triple conversion
Receive 0.030– 60.000000*1*2 superheterodyne system
144.000– 146.000000 • Intermediate frequencies:
Transmit 1.800– 1.999999*2 1st 64.455 MHz
3.500– 3.999999*2 2nd 455 kHz
7.000– 7.300000*2 3rd 36 kHz
10.100– 10.150000*2 • Sensitivity (typical) :
14.000– 14.350000*2 SSB, CW, RTTY 0.16 µV*1 (1.80–29.99 MHz)
18.068– 18.168000*2 (10 dB S/N) 0.13 µV*2 (50 MHz)
21.000– 21.450000*2 0.11 µV*3 (144 MHz)
24.890– 24.990000*2 AM (10 dB S/N) 13 µV (0.5–1.799 MHz)
28.000– 29.700000*2 2 µV*1 (1.80–29.99 MHz)
50.000– 54.000000*2 1 µV (50*2/144*3 MHz)
144.000– 146.000000 FM (12 dB SINAD) 0.5 µV*1 (28.0–29.99 MHz)
*1Some frequency ranges are not guaranteed. 0.25 µV*2 (50 MHz)
*2Depending on version. 0.18 µV*3 (144 MHz)
• Mode : USB, LSB, CW, RTTY, AM, FM *1Pre-amp 1 is ON, *2Pre-amp 2 is ON, *3Pre-amp is ON
• No. of memory ch. : 102 (99 regular, 2 scan edges and 1 • Squelch sensitivity (Pre-amp: OFF):
call) SSB, CW, RTTY Less than 5.6 µV
• Antenna connector : SO-2393 (2 for HF/50 MHz and 1 FM Less than 1.0 µV
for 144 MHz; 50 Ω) • Selectivity :
• Operating temp. range : –10˚C to +60˚C ; +14˚F to +140˚F SSB (BW: 2.4 kHz) More than 2.4 kHz/–6 dB
• Frequency stability : Less than ±7 ppm from 1 min. Less than 3.6 kHz/–60 dB
to 60 min. after power ON. After CW (BW: 500 Hz) More than 500 Hz/–6 dB
that, rate of stability is less than Less than 700 Hz/–60 dB
±1 ppm/hr. at 25˚C (+77˚F). RTTY (BW: 350 Hz) More than 360 Hz/–6 dB
Temperature fluctuations 0˚C to Less than 650 Hz/–60 dB
+50˚C (+20˚F to +122˚F) less than AM (BW: 6 kHz) More than 6.0 kHz/–6 dB
±5 ppm. Less than 15.0 kHz/–60 dB
• Frequency resolution : 1 Hz FM (BW: 15 kHz) More than 12.0 kHz/–6 dB
• Power supply : 13.8 V DC ±15% (negative ground) Less than 20.0 kHz/–60 dB
• Power consumption : • Spurious and image rejection ratio:
Transmit Max. power 23.0 A HF/50 MHz More than 70 dB (except IF through
Receive Standby 2.2 A on 50 MHz band)
Max. audio 3.0 A 144 MHz More than 60 dB
• Dimensions : 287(W)120(H)316.5(D) mm • AF output power : More than 2.0 W at 10% distortion
(projections not incl.) 135⁄16(W)423⁄32(H)1215⁄32(D) in (at 13.8 V DC) with an 8 Ω load
• Weight (approx.) : 9.0 kg; 19 lb 13 oz • RIT variable range : ±9.99 kHz
• ACC 1 connector : 8-pin DIN connector • PHONES connector : 3-conductor 6.35 (d) mm (1⁄4)
• ACC 2 connector : 7-pin DIN connector • Ext. SP connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8)/8 Ω
• DATA connector : Mini DIN 6-pin
• CI-V connector : 2-conductor 3.5 (d) mm (1⁄8) • Antenna tuner
• Matching impedance range:
• Transmitter HF bands 16.7 to 150 Ω unbalanced
• Output power (continuously adjustable): (Less than VSWR 3:1)
SSB/CW/RTTY/FM Less than 5 to 100 W 50 MHz band 20 to 125 Ω unbalanced
AM Less than 5 to 40 W (Less than VSWR 2.5:1)
• Modulation system : • Minimum operating input power
SSB PSN modulation : 8 W (HF bands)
AM Low power modulation 15 W (50 MHz band)
FM Phase modulation • Tuning accuracy : VSWR 1.5:1 or less
• Spurious emission : 50 dB (HF bands) • Insertion loss : Less than 1.0 dB (after tuning)
60 dB (50/144 MHz)
• Carrier suppression : 40 dB
• Unwanted sideband : 55 dB
suppression
• ∂TX variable range : ±9.99 kHz
• Mic. connector : 8-pin connector (600 Ω)
• ELEC-KEY connector : 3-conductor 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4)
• KEY connector : 3-conductor 6.35(d) mm (1⁄4)
• SEND connector : Phono (RCA)
• ALC connector : Phono (RCA)
All stated specifications are typical and subject to change without no-
tice or obligation.
99
 OPTIONS 16
IC-PW1/EURO HF/50 MHz ALL BAND 1 kW LINEAR AMPLIFIER PS-125 DC POWER SUPPLY

Full-duty 1 kW linear amplifier including an automatic antenna tuner. Has Light weight switching regulator
automatic tuning and band selection capability. Full break-in (QSK) oper- system power supply.
ation is possible. The amplifier/power supply unit and the remote control • Output voltage: 13.8 V DC
unit are separated. • Max. current drain: 25 A

AH-4 HF/50 MHz AUTOMATIC AH-2b ANTENNA ELEMENT SM-20 DESKTOP MICROPHONE
ANTENNA TUNER

A 2.5 m long an-

tenna element for
mobile operation
with the AH-4.
• Frequency
coverage:
Specially designed to tune a long 7–54 MHz bands
wire antenna for portable or mobile with the AH-4 Unidirectional, electret microphone
HF operation. The PTT tuner start for base station operation. Includes
function provides simple operation. [UP]/[DOWN] switches and a low
• Input power rating: 120 W cut function.

UT-102 VOICE SYNTHESIZER UNIT

SP-21 EXTERNAL SPEAKER CT-17 CI-V LEVEL CONVERTER
Announces the receive frequency, mode
and S-meter level in a clear, electroni-
cally-generated voice, in English (or Jap-
anese).
SP-20 EXTERNAL SPEAKER
4 audio filters; headphone jack; can con-
nect to 2 transceivers.
• Input impedance: 8 Ω
• Max. input power: 5 W
CR-338 HIGH STABILITY CRYSTAL UNIT
Contains a temperature-compensating
Designed for base station opera- For remote transceiver control oven heater and crystal unit for improved
tion. using a personal computer. You frequency stability.
• Input impedance: 8 Ω can change frequencies, operating • Frequency stability: ±0.5 ppm
• Max. input power: 5 W mode, memory channels, etc. HM-36 HAND MICROPHONE
Hand microphone equipped with [UP]/
[DOWN] switches.

• About DC power supply

The use of IC-7400 (#03, #04, #05, #08, #09) in combina-
tion with the DC power supply complies with European Har-
monised Standard regulations under the conditions listed
below.
Conditions
• In combination with PS-125
100
 17 ABOUT CE

INSTALLATION NOTES
For amateur base station installations it is recom- EIRP clearance heights by frequency band
mended that the forwards clearance in front of the an- 1 Watts 2.1 m
tenna array is calculated relative to the EIRP (Effec- 10 Watts 2.8 m
tive Isotropic Radiated Power). The clearance height 25 Watts 3.4 m
below the antenna array can be determined in most 100 Watts 5m
cases from the RF power at the antenna input termi- 1000 Watts 12 m
nals.
Forward clearance, EIRP by frequency band
As different exposure limits have been recommended 100 Watts 2m
for different frequencies, a relative table shows a 1000 Watts 6.5 m
guideline for installation considerations. 10,000 Watts 20 m
Below 30 MHz, the recommended limits are speci- 100,000 Watts 65 m
fied in terms of V/m or A/m fields as they are likely
In all cases any possible risk depends on the trans-
to fall within the near-field region. Similarly, the an-
mitter being activated for long periods. (actual recom-
tennae may be physically short in terms of electrical
mendation limits are specified as an average during 6
length and that the installation will require some an-
minutes) Normally the transmitter is not active for long
tenna matching device which can create local, high in-
periods of time. Some radio licenses will require that a
tensity magnetic fields. Analysis of such MF installa-
timer circuit automatically cuts the transmitter after 1–
tions is best considered in association with published
2 minutes etc.
guidance notes such as the FCC OET Bulletin 65 Edi-
tion 97-01 and its annexes relative to amateur trans- Similarly some types of transmitter, SSB, CW, AM etc.
mitter installations. The EC recommended limits are have a lower ‘average’ output power and the assessed
almost identical to the FCC specified ‘uncontrolled’ risk is even lower.
limits and tables exist that show pre-calculated safe
distances for different antenna types for different fre- Versions of the IC-7400 which display the
quency bands. Further information can be found at “CE” symbol on the serial number seal,
http://www.arrl.org/. comply with the essential requirements of
the European Radio and Telecommunica-
tion Terminal Directive 1999/5/EC.
• Typical amateur radio installation
Exposure distance assumes that the predominant ra- This warning symbol indicates that this
diation pattern is forwards and that radiation vertically equipment operates in non-harmonised fre-
downwards is at unity gain (sidelobe suppression is quency bands and/or may be subject to li-
equal to main lobe gain). This is true of almost every censing conditions in the country of use. Be
gain antenna today. Exposed persons are assumed sure to check that you have the correct ver-
to be beneath the antenna array and have a typical sion of this radio or the correct programming
height to 1.8 m. of this radio, to comply with national licens-
ing requirement.
The figures assume the worst case emission of con-
stant carrier.
For the bands 10 MHz and higher the following power • List of Country codes (ISO 3166-1)
density limits have been recommended: Country Codes Country Codes
10–144 MHz 2 W/sq m 1 Austria AT 18 Liechtenstein LI
2 Belgium BE 19 Lithuania LT
3 Bulgaria BG 20 Luxembourg LU
4 Croatia HR 21 Malta MT
5 Czech Republic CZ 22 Netherlands NL
6 Cyprus CY 23 Norway NO
7 Denmark DK 24 Poland PL
8 Estonia EE 25 Portugal PT
9 Finland FI 26 Romania RO
10 France FR 27 Slovakia SK
11 Germany DE 28 Slovenia SI
12 Greece GR 29 Spain ES
13 Hungary HU 30 Sweden SE
14 Iceland IS 31 Switzerland CH
15 Ireland IE 32 Turkey TR
16 Italy IT 33 United Kingdom GB
17 Latvia LV
101
 ABOUT CE 17

DECLARATION
OF CONFORMITY

We Icom Inc. Japan

1-1-32, Kamiminami, Hirano-ku
Osaka 547-0003, Japan
Declare on our sole responsibility that this equipment complies with the
essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment Directive, 1999/5/EC, and that any applicable Essential Test Düsseldorf 1st Aug. 2007
Suite measurements have been performed. Place and date of issue

Kind of equipment: HF/VHF ALL MODE TRANSCEIVER

Icom (Europe) GmbH
Himmelgeister straße 100
Type-designation: i7400 D-40225 Düsseldorf
Authorized representative name
Version (where applicable):
This compliance is based on conformity according to Annex III of the H. Ikegami
directive 1999/5/EC using the following harmonised standards: General Manager
i) EN 301 489-1 v1.4.1 (2002-08)
ii) EN 301 489-15 V1.2.1 (2002-08)
iii) EN 301 783-2 V1.1.1 (2000-09)
iv) EN 60950-1 (2001): A11: 2004
v)
Signature

•Version and frequency coverage

Europe (#03) Italy (#08)
Receive Transmit Receive Transmit
0.500– 29.999 MHz 1.800– 1.850 MHz 1.830– 1.850 MHz 1.830– 1.850 MHz
50.000– 54.000 MHz 3.500– 3.800 MHz 3.500– 3.800 MHz 3.500– 3.800 MHz
144.000– 146.000 MHz 7.000– 7.100 MHz 7.000– 7.100 MHz 7.000– 7.100 MHz
10.100– 10.150 MHz 10.100– 10.150 MHz 10.100– 10.150 MHz
14.000– 14.350 MHz 14.000– 14.350 MHz 14.000– 14.350 MHz
18.068– 18.168 MHz 18.068– 18.168 MHz 18.068– 18.168 MHz
21.000– 21.450 MHz 21.000– 21.450 MHz 21.000– 21.450 MHz
24.890– 24.990 MHz 24.890– 24.990 MHz 24.890– 24.990 MHz
28.000– 29.700 MHz 28.000– 29.700 MHz 28.000– 29.700 MHz
50.000– 52.000 MHz 50.000– 51.000 MHz 50.000– 51.000 MHz
144.000– 146.000 MHz 144.000– 146.000 MHz 144.000– 146.000 MHz

France (#04) Spain (#09)

Receive Transmit Receive Transmit
1.810– 1.850 MHz 1.810– 1.850 MHz 1.830– 1.850 MHz 1.830– 1.850 MHz
3.500– 3.800 MHz 3.500– 3.800 MHz 3.500– 3.800 MHz 3.500– 3.800 MHz
7.000– 7.100 MHz 7.000– 7.100 MHz 7.000– 7.100 MHz 7.000– 7.100 MHz
10.100– 10.150 MHz 10.100– 10.150 MHz 10.100– 10.150 MHz 10.100– 10.150 MHz
14.000– 14.350 MHz 14.000– 14.350 MHz 14.000– 14.350 MHz 14.000– 14.350 MHz
18.068– 18.168 MHz 18.068– 18.168 MHz 18.068– 18.168 MHz 18.068– 18.168 MHz
21.000– 21.450 MHz 21.000– 21.450 MHz 21.000– 21.450 MHz 21.000– 21.450 MHz
24.890– 24.990 MHz 24.890– 24.990 MHz 24.890– 24.990 MHz 24.890– 24.990 MHz
28.000– 29.700 MHz 28.000– 29.700 MHz 28.000– 29.700 MHz 28.000– 29.700 MHz
50.200– 51.200 MHz 50.200– 51.200 MHz 50.000– 50.200 MHz 50.000– 50.200 MHz
144.000– 146.000 MHz 144.000– 146.000 MHz 144.000– 146.000 MHz 144.000– 146.000 MHz

Denmark (#05)
Receive Transmit
0.500– 29.999 MHz 1.800– 1.999 MHz
50.000– 54.000 MHz 3.500– 3.999 MHz
144.000– 146.000 MHz 7.000– 7.300 MHz
10.100– 10.150 MHz
14.000– 14.350 MHz
18.068– 18.168 MHz
21.000– 21.450 MHz
24.890– 24.990 MHz
28.000– 29.700 MHz
50.000– 52.000 MHz
144.000– 146.000 MHz

102
 IC-7400 < Intended Country of Use >
#03 (Europe)
AT BE CY CZ DK EE
FI FR DE GR HU IE
IT LV LT LU MT NL
PL PT SK SI ES SE
GB IS LI NO CH BG
RO TR HR

IC-7400 < Intended Country of Use >

#04 (France)
AT BE CY CZ DK EE
FI FR DE GR HU IE
IT LV LT LU MT NL
PL PT SK SI ES SE
GB IS LI NO CH BG
RO TR HR

IC-7400 < Intended Country of Use >

#05 (Denmark)
AT BE CY CZ DK EE
FI FR DE GR HU IE
IT LV LT LU MT NL
PL PT SK SI ES SE
GB IS LI NO CH BG
RO TR HR

IC-7400 < Intended Country of Use >

#08 (Italy)
AT BE CY CZ DK EE
FI FR DE GR HU IE
IT LV LT LU MT NL
PL PT SK SI ES SE
GB IS LI NO CH BG
RO TR HR

IC-7400 < Intended Country of Use >

#09 (Spain)
AT BE CY CZ DK EE
FI FR DE GR HU IE
IT LV LT LU MT NL
PL PT SK SI ES SE
GB IS LI NO CH BG
RO TR HR

A-6086H-1EX-wa
Printed in Japan
© 2002–2016 Icom Inc.
Printed on recycled paper with soy ink. 1-1-32 Kamiminami, Hirano-ku, Osaka 547-0003, Japan