Compact and lightweight multi-band transceiver designed for field operations. From HF to 50/70/144/430 MHz with maximum output power of 10 Watts. Direct sampling configuration, all-mode with D-STAR, real-time spectrum scope, Li-ion battery pack. Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 2020.
Reference market : amateur-radio
IC-705 specifications
General |
Frequency coverage | |
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Receive [1] | 0.0300 ~ 199.9990 MHz 400.0000 ~ 470.0000 MHz |
Transmit [2] | 1.8000 ~ 1.9990 MHz 3.5000 ~ 3.9990 MHz 5.2550 ~ 5.4050 MHz [3] 7.0000 ~ 7.3000 MHz 10.1000 ~ 10.1500 MHz 14.0000 ~ 14.3500 MHz 18.0680 ~ 18.1680 MHz 21.0000 ~ 21.4500 MHz 24.8900 ~ 24.9900 MHz 28.0000 ~ 29.7000 MHz 50.0000 ~ 54.0000 MHz 70.0000 ~ 70.5000 MHz [4] 144.0000 ~ 148.0000 MHz 430.0000 ~ 450.0000 MHz |
Mode | |
CW / FSK (RTTY) / LSB / USB / AM / FM / D-STAR | |
Tuning step | |
1 Hz min |
Receiver |
Sensitivity | |
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CW / SSB | < 0.2 uV (1.8~30 MHz, 10dB S/N, pre1 ON) < 0.15 uV (50~54 MHz, 10dB S/N, pre2 ON) < 0.11 uV (144/430 MHz, 10dB S/N, pre ON) |
AM | < 13.0 uV (0.5~1.8 MHz, 10dB S/N) < 2.0 uV (1.8~30 MHz, 10dB S/N, pre1 ON) < 1.0 uV (50~54 MHz, 10dB S/N, pre2 ON) < 1.0 uV (144/430 MHz, 10dB S/N, pre ON) |
FM | < 0.5 uV (28~29.7 MHz, 12 dB SINAD, pre1 ON) < 0.25 uV (50~54 MHz, 12 dB SINAD, pre2 ON) < 0.18 uV (144/430 MHz, 12 dB SINAD, pre ON) |
D-STAR | < 1.0 uV (28~29.7 MHz, 1% BER, pre1 ON) < 0.63 uV (50~54 MHz, 1% BER, pre2 ON) < 0.35 uV (144/430 MHz, 1% BER, pre ON) |
Selectivity [5] | |
CW [6] | > 0.5 KHz (-6dB)
< 0.7 KHz (-40dB) |
RTTY [6] | > 0.5 KHz (-6dB)
< 0.8 KHz (-40dB) |
SSB [7] | > 2.4 KHz (-6dB)
< 3.4 KHz (-40dB) |
AM [8] | > 6.0 KHz (-6dB)
< 10.0 KHz (-40dB) |
FM [9] | > 12.0 KHz (-6dB)
< 20.0 KHz (-40dB) |
D-STAR [10] | < 25 kHz (-50dB) |
RF preamplifiers | |
Preamp1 | for the HF |
Preamp2 | for the VHF |
Spurious and image rejection [11] | |
> 70 dB (HF/50 MHz) > 54 dB (144/430 MHz) |
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NB (Noise Blanker) | |
Yes | |
DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) | |
Yes | |
RIT (Receiver Incremental Tuning) | |
± 9.99KHz | |
AGC (Automatic Gain Control) | |
Off, fast, mid, slow | |
Frequency stability | |
± 0.5 ppm max with temperature from -10°C to +60°C | |
IF (Intermediate Frequency) [12] | |
1° | 38.85 MHz (±0.5 MHz) |
Transmitter |
Output power | |
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CW / RTTY / SSB / FM / D-STAR | 0.5 ~ 5 W (at 7.4 VDC) 0.5 ~ 10 W (at 13.8 VDC) |
AM | 0.25 ~ 1.5 W (at 7.4 VDC) 0.25 ~ 2.5 W (at 13.8 VDC) |
Spurious emission | |
< -50 dB (1.8~29.7 MHz) < -60 dB (50/144/430 MHz) |
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Carrier suppression (SSB) | |
> 50 dB | |
Unwanted sideband suppression (SSB) | |
> 50 dB |
Features |
Memory | |
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500 regular memories 25 for programmed scan limits 4 call channels |
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Display | |
10 Hz frequency resolution Segment-bar signal meter |
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Antenna | |
BNC 50Ω | |
Power supply | |
7.4 Volt DC with BP-272 battery pack 13.8 Volt DC±15% external |
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Power consumption | |
0.70A RX, max volume (at 7.4 VDC) 0.32A RX, max volume (at 13.8 VDC) 0.40A RX, standby (at 7.4 VDC) 0.26A RX, standby (at 13.8 VDC) 2.5A TX, max power (at 7.4 VDC) 3.0A TX, max power (at 13.8 VDC) |
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Audio power | |
0.53W on 12Ω internal speaker 0.20W on 8Ω external speaker |
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Connections | |
Jack (antenna tuner) Jack (CW keyer) Jack (SEND / ALC) microUSB (PC) |
Mechanical and environmental data |
Operating temperature | |
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from -10°C to +60°C | |
Dimensions | |
200 (W) x 83.5 (H) x 82 (D) mm, projections not included | |
Weight | |
1.1kg |
- Some frequency bands are not guaranteed.
- Varies according to version.
- Only defined channels.
- European version.
- Filter shape on SHARP.
- 0,5kHz bandwidth.
- 2,4kHz bandwidth.
- 6,0kHz bandwidth.
- 15,0kHz bandwidth.
- 12.5 kHz channels spacing.
- Except for ADC aliasing.
- RF direct sampling on 0.03~25 MHz, down conversion from 25 MHz.
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Compact and lightweight design
Real "base station radio" performance and functions packaged in a compact size of approximately 7.9 x 3.3 x 3.2 inch (20 × 8.3 × 8.2 cm). The weight is approximately 1 kg, including BP-272 battery pack. Its compact and lightweight design enables you to hold it with one hand.
ICOM IC-705 Compact and Lightweight design, in the Palm of your Hand
Multi-band
From HF to 50/70/144/430 MHz (70 MHz band will be featured for the European version) in D-STAR DV, SSB, CW, AM and FM modes. The IC-705 receives continuously from the medium wave broadcast band to 144 MHz band. You can also enjoy FM broadcast and air band reception.
RF direct sampling system
The IC-705 uses the RF direct sampling method (down-conversion IF sampling method for 25 MHz and above) which greatly reduces distortion. RF signals are directly converted to digital data, then processed in the FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) making it possible to simplify the circuit construction as well as reducing internal noise that can mask weak signals.
ICOM IC-705 Configuration diagram of the RF direct sampling method
Large touch-screen color display
The large 4.3-inch (11cm) touch screen color display dramatically improves visibility and operability in the field. The high speed & high resolution real-time spectrum scope and waterfall display are incorporated in a compact design for the first time in this class.
ICOM IC-705 touch-screen display with spectrum scope
Bluetooth and wireless LAN
Bluetooth and wireless LAN are built-in. They can be used for smartphone linking and remote control, and also for Bluetooth headsets.
Backpack
The IC705 fits perfectly in the optional dedicated LC-192 multi-function backpack. The backpack includes holes for the antenna and for passing through coaxial cable and microphone cable. You can easily operate the IC-705 with it in the backpack.
QRP / QRPp operations
Despite being a portable radio, it achieves the maximum output power of 10W with a 13.8 VDC external power supply. When the standard BP-272 Li-ion battery pack is used, operation at the maximum output power of 5W is possible. True 5 watt QRP as well as 0.5 watt QRPp are supported.
D-STAR functions
The IC-705 is fully equipped with functions to enjoy D-STAR comfortably, such as the DR function and Terminal Mode & Access Point Mode. In addition, you can send / receive and view saved photos using only the IC-705 without any application software.
ICOM IC-705 D-STAR functions
Antenna and SP-Mic come standard
A whip antenna for VHF/UHF and speaker-microphone come standard. The speaker-microphone is equipped with programmable buttons assignable to various functions, such as frequency adjustment and volume control.
GPS and logger
A high-performance GPS antenna is incorporated. In the D-STAR DV mode, you can send and receive location information while communicating. This high-performance GPS enables various functions such as GPS log function and repeater search function.
MicroSD card slot
The IC705 is equipped with a microSD card slot that can be used for firmware upgrades, programming and so on, as well as voice recordings and saving GPS log data.
IC-705 audio scope screen :
This audio scope enables you to display the received signal's frequency component on the FFT scope, and its waveform components on the Oscilloscope. The FFT scope also has a waterfall. Attenuator, level, sweep time, are all adjustable.
ICOM IC-705 audio scope screen
The "Audio Scope SET" screen is used to set the FFT scope waveform type, color, Waterfall display, and oscilloscope waveform color.
The IC-705 transceiver has 3 IF filter passband widths (see table) for each mode, and you can select them on the FILTER screen. You can set the IF filter shape for each mode also. SHARP: This selection is to emphasize the passband width of the filter. The filter has an almost ideal shape factor. Signals that are out of the passband are extremely filtered out, and it gives you better audio quality. SOFT: The filter shoulders are roundly formed as in analog filters. This decreases noise components in the high and low frequencies of the filter passband, and increases the Signal-to-Noise ratio of the target signal. These characteristics play an effective role in picking up very weak signals in the 28/50 MHz band, for example. The shape factor is retained, and the sharpness of the bandpass is excellent.
SSB / Selectable range | |
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FIL 1 | 3.0 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
FIL 2 | 2.4 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
FIL 3 | 1.8 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
SSB-D / Selectable range | |
FIL 1 | 3.0 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
FIL 2 | 1.2 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
FIL 3 | 0.5 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
CW / Selectable range | |
FIL 1 | 1.2 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
FIL 2 | 0.5 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
FIL 3 | 0.25 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 3.6 kHz |
RTTY / Selectable range | |
FIL 1 | 2.4 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 2.7 kHz |
FIL 2 | 0.5 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 2.7 kHz |
FIL 3 | 0.25 kHz Default Adjustable from 50 Hz to 2.7 kHz |
AM, AM-D / Selectable range | |
FIL 1 | 9.0 kHz Default Adjustable from 200 Hz to 10 kHz |
FIL 2 | 6.0 kHz Default Adjustable from 200 Hz to 10 kHz |
FIL 3 | 3.0 kHz Default Adjustable from 200 Hz to 10 kHz |
FM, FM-D, DV / Selectable range | |
FIL 1 | 15.0 kHz Fixed |
FIL 2 | 10.0 kHz Fixed |
FIL 3 | 7.0 kHz Fixed |
WFM / Selectable range | |
FIL 1 | 200 kHz Fixed |
IC-705 front panel :
ICOM IC-705 front panel
Reference / Description | |
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1 | TWIN PASSBAND TUNING CONTROL Push to toggle between PBT1 and PBT2, hold down for one second to clear the PBT settings. |
2 | POWER INDICATOR Lights green while the transceiver is ON, blinks green while the transceiver is in the Screen Saver mode, lights orange while the display is Off, and blinks orange while the transceiver is in the Standby mode. |
3 | POWER KEY |
4 | VOX / CW BREAK-IN KEY |
5 | CALL / DR FUNCTION KEY Push to toggle between the Call channel mode and the VFO/Memory modes, hold down for one second to turn the DR function On or Off. |
6 | VOLUME / RF-GAIN / SQUELCH CONTROL Rotate to adjust the audio output level, push to display the setting menu and then rotate to adjust the RF gain or squelch threshold levels. |
7 | MENU KEY |
8 | FUNCTION KEY |
9 | MINI SCOPE KEY Push to display the Mini scope screen, hold down for one second to display the Spectrum scope screen. |
10 | QUICK KEY Open the Quick Menu screen. |
11 | EXIT KEY Push to exit a setting screen or return to the previous screen. |
12 | MULTI-FUNCTION CONTROL Push to open the Multi-function menu for various adjustments, then rotate to adjust the value that is assigned to the control. |
13 | RIT / XIT KEY |
14 | TRANSMIT FREQUENCY CHECK KEY In the Split or Duplex mode holding the key down enables you to monitor the transmit frequency. In the Simplex mode holding the key down temporally opens the squelch. In the DV mode holding the key down enables you to monitor signals in the FM or DV mode, depending on the Digital Monitor setting. |
15 | MEMO PAD KEY Push to sequentially call up the contents in the Memo Pads, hold down for one second to save the displayed contents into the Memo Pad. |
16 | SCAN KEY Push to display the Scan Select screen, hold down for one second to start the previously selected scan. |
17 | AUTO TUNE / RX CALL SIGN CAPTURE KEY In the CW mode pushing the key automatically tunes the operating frequency to a close-by CW signal. In the DV mode push to display the RX history list, or hold down for one second to capture the latest received call sign as a temporary call destination. |
18 | SPEECH / LOCK KEY |
19 | AMBIENT LIGHT SENSOR Used to automatically adjust the display's backlight brightness. |
20 | TX/RX INDICATOR Lights red while transmitting and lights green while receiving. |
21 | CHARGING INDICATOR |
22 | MAIN DIAL |
IC-705 side panels :
ICOM IC-705 side panels
Reference / Description | |
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1 | SEND / ALC Connect to control transmit with non-Icom external units or the ALC output jack of a non-Icom linear amplifier (3.5 mm stereo jack). |
2 | TUNER Accepts the control cable from an external antenna tuner (3.5mm stereo jack). |
3 | DC POWER |
4 | KEY Connects to a straight key, paddle, an external electronic keyer, or an external keypad (3.5mm stereo jack). |
5 | USB (Type-B) |
6 | ANTENNA (BNC) |
7 | SP / MIC Connect a speaker microphone or headset (SP 3.5mm jack, MIC 2.5mm jack). |
8 | GROUND |
9 | micro-SD CARD Slot |
IC-705 photo gallery :
ICOM IC-705 outdoor photo
IC-705 price
We have collected for your convenience the ICOM IC-705 sale price (UK Pounds) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.
Price | Date | Condition |
GBP 1369.00 | 2023-mar | Brand-new |
GBP 1288.00 (1499EUR) |
2021-jan | Brand-new |
GBP 1299.95 | 2020-nov | Brand-new |
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