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IC-R30

ICOM
IC-R30

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Digital and analog wideband scanner receiver with dualwatch and dual-band recording functions. Frequency range 0.1-3305 MHz, bandscope, high-speed scan, integrated GPS receiver. Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 2019.

Reference market : amateur-radio

IC-R30 specifications

General

Frequency coverage [1]
A band	0.1000 ~ 3304.9999 MHz
B band [2]	108.0000 ~ 520.0000 MHz
Mode [3] [4]
CW / LSB / USB / AM / FM / WFM / D-STAR / P25 / dPMR / NXDN / DCR
Tuning step
10 / 100 Hz / 1 / 3.125 / 5 / 6.25 / 8.333 / 9 / 10 / 12.5 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 30 / 50 / 100 / 125 / 200 KHz

Receiver

Sensitivity
SSB / CW	0.4 uV (0.495~1.9 MHz, 10dB S/N) 0.25 uV (1.9~30 MHz, 10dB S/N) 0.25 uV (50~54 MHz, 10dB S/N) 0.25 uV (144~148 MHz, 10dB S/N) 0.32 uV (430~450 MHz, 10dB S/N)
AM	2.2 uV (0.495~1.9 MHz, 10dB S/N) 1.4 uV (1.9~30 MHz, 10dB S/N) 1.4 uV (118~137 MHz, 10dB S/N)
FM	0.4 uV (28~222 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.56 uV (222~1300 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 1.8 uV (1300~2700 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 18.0 uV (2700~3305 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
WFM	1.8 uV (76~108 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
D-STAR	0.71 uV (28~30 MHz, 1% BER) 0.71 uV (50~54 MHz, 1% BER) 0.71 uV (144~148 MHz, 1% BER) 1.0 uV (430~450 MHz, 1% BER) 1.0 uV (1260~1300 MHz, 1% BER)
P25	0.4 uV (136~174 MHz, 5% BER) 0.56 uV (400~470 MHz, 5% BER) 0.71 uV (763~870 MHz, 5% BER)
NXDN	0.71 uV (136~174 MHz, 1% BER) 1.0 uV (350~512 MHz, 1% BER)
dPMR	0.71 uV (136~174 MHz, 1% BER) 1.0 uV (350~512 MHz, 1% BER)
DCR	0.71 uV (136~174 MHz, 1% BER) 1.0 uV (350~512 MHz, 1% BER)
Selectivity
CW / SSB	> 1.8 KHz (-6dB)
AM / FM	> 12 KHz (-6dB) < 30 KHz (-60dB, 0.1~1305 MHz) < 30 KHz (-40dB, 1305~3305 MHz)
WFM	> 150 KHz (-6dB)
RF attenuator
3-level selectable
Frequency stability
± 2.5ppm with temperature from -20°C to +60°C
IF (Intermediate Frequency)
1°	266.65 MHz [5] 266.70 MHz [5] 266.75 MHz [5] 46.35 MHz [6]
2°	58.05 MHz (all mode except WFM) [5] 10.70 MHz (only WFM) [5] 0.450 MHz [6]
3°	0.450 MHz (all mode except WFM) [5]
Squelch sensitivity
AM	2.2 uV (0.495~1.9 MHz) 1.4 uV (1.9~30 MHz) 1.4 uV (118~137 MHz)
FM	0.4 uV (28~222 MHz) 0.56 uV (222~1300 MHz) 1.8 uV (1300~2700 MHz) 18.0 uV (2700~3305 MHz)
WFM	1.8 uV (76~108 MHz)

Features

Memory
2000 regular memories in 100 banks 200 for auto-memory write scan 100 for scan skip 50 x 2 for programmed scan limits 300 GPS memories
Display
2.3" dot-matrix LCD 10 Hz frequency resolution 14-segments signal meter bar
Antenna
BNC 50Ω
Power supply
3.6V with the supplied battery pack 4.5V using the battery case 5.0V external via USB
Power consumption
330 mA typ, single watch mode and GPS OFF 200 mA typ, standby 100 mA typ, battery save function ON
Audio power
200 mW on 8Ω (external speaker) 400 mW on 16Ω (internal speaker)
Audio output
Jack 3.5 mm
Connections
USB (Micro-B)

Mechanical and environmental data

Operating temperature
from -20°C to +60°C
Dimensions
58 (W) x 143 (H) x 30.5 (D) mm, projections not included
Weight
200g, antenna and battery pack not included

Cellular blocked (822~851, 867~896 MHz) in the USA-01 version.
Dualwatch Operation.
On A band from 1300 to 3305 MHz : FM / WFM / AM.
On B band : FM / AM / D-STAR / P25 / dPMR / NXDN / DCR.
For A band.
For B band.

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IC-R30 description :

The ICOM IC-R30 covers a wide frequency range from 0.1 to 3305 MHz, and receives conventional analog signals such as AM, FM, WFM, USB, LSB and CW as well as digital modes including P25 (Phase 1), NXDN, dPMR, D-STAR (Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio) and Japanese domestic DCR (Digital Convenience Radio). A ferrite bar antenna for AM broadcasts is built-in, and the earphone cable can be used as an external antenna for FM broadcasts. With dualwatch operation the radio can receive on different bands and different modes: for example, short wave (HF) and local PMR signals (on V/UHF) can be monitored simultaneously. You can scan for other active channels on the B band, while receiving the main signal on the A band. With dual band recording function the audio received while in the dualwatch mode can be individually recorded into a micro-card (microSD / microSDHC) in the WAV format. The recorded audio can be played back on the receiver or a PC. In addition, frequency, mode, S-meter reading, time, current position data and altitude can be saved with received audio. The integrated GPS receiver displays your current position data, course, speed and altitude on the display.

The ICOM ICR30 scans approximately 200 channels per second in the A band, and 150 channels per second in the B band. You can quickly find and lock in to a desired signal. The receiver has variety of scan functions:

Near station scan
Using GPS location information and the Memory channels, the IC-R30 can display and scan up to 50 stations within 160 km (99.4 ml) from your current location, in proximity order.
Auto memory write scan
Automatically stores received frequencies, up to 200 CH, during a Programmed scan.
Priority scan
Checks for signals on a frequency every 5 seconds, while operating on a VFO frequency or scanning.
Tone scan
Detects a sub-audible tone frequency or the DTCS code in a received signal.
More scan
Program scan, Memory scan, Memory mode scan, Group scan, Group link scan.

The IC-R30 with tone squelch operation opens only when is received a signal that includes a matching tone. Tone squelch type: CTCSS and DTCS with polarity Normal or Reverse, Digital Code Squelch (CSQL) for D-STAR mode, Network Access Code (NAC) for APCO P25 mode, Group Code (Common ID) for dPMR Tier1, CC code for dPMR Tier2, Radio Access Number (RAN) for NXDN-VN and NXDN-N mode, User Code (UC) for DCR mode.

IC-R30 other features :

Descrambler function for dPMR (Tier2 Mode1/Mode2) communication, by entering the appropriate key. Decryption function for NXDN and DCR communication, by entering the appropriate key. Voice squelch control (VSC) for FM / WFM / AM mode. Auto frequency control (AFC) for FM / WFM mode. CW and CW reverse. Noise blanker and ANL (Auto Noise Limiter). RF gain control and ATT function. 2000 regular memory channels, with 8-character name. Power save function, on 3 steps. Clock. Optional VS-3 Bluetooth headset. The IC-R30 has superior IP57 waterproof protection (1 m depth of water for 30 minutes), it can be used in harsh outdoor environments. The radio also passes MIL-STD-810-G specifications.

IC-R30 priority watch function :

While operating in the VFO mode, or while in the VFO scan, the Priority watch function shortly checks for signals on a selected memory channel every 5 seconds. When the Dualwatch function is ON, you can independently scan on the MAIN band and SUB band. While operating the Priority Watch function, you can change the Operating Band, frequency, receiving mode, and so on. Also you can start or cancel the VFO scan. There are 4 ways to use the Priority Watch function, see below.

ICOM IC-R30, watching a Priority channel while receiving in the VFO mode

ICOM IC-R30, watching a Priority channel while scanning in the VFO mode

ICOM IC-R30, memory scanning while receiving in the VFO mode

ICOM IC-R30, memory scanning while scanning in the VFO mode

IC-R30 band scope function :

The band scope function enables you to visually search a specified frequency range around the received signal and see the relative received signal strength level. You can jump to the desired signal on the band scope to set the radio to that frequency. The Band Scope function has 2 sweep types: Single Sweep, searches the specified frequency range only once - the Single Sweep starts from the lower frequency and the sweep stops after reaching to the upper frequency. Continuous Sweep, repeatedly searches the specified frequency range.

The receiver's sweep bandwidth is i 15 x the tuning step number, centered on the displayed frequency. Example, the displayed frequency is 146.000 MHz and the tuning step is set to 5 kHz. Therefore, the sweep range is between 145.925 MHz (lower edge frequency) and 146.075 MHz (higher edge frequency). For an other example see figure.

ICOM IC-R30 band scope function:
In this example a strong signal is received on 146.035 MHz

IC-R30 speech function :

The Speech function reads out the operating frequency and mode when you rotate the dial knob, or press the [SPEECH] button. This function is convenient for making radio adjustments with the Bluetooth headset without having to look at the radio.

IC-R30 recording and playing back :

You can use a microSD card of up to 2 GB, or an microSDHC card of up to 32 GB. You can select to record the received audio from only the Main band or both the Main and sub Bands. As the default setting, the recording is paused while the squelch is closed, and resumes when a signal is received. But you can set to continue recording even while no signal is received.

ICOM IC-R30 playback screen

Note, when the receive mode is D-STAR the received signal's call sign is displayed.

IC-R30 panel description :

ICOM IC-R30 panel description

Reference / Description
1	SQUELCH While pushing, rotate [DIAL] to adjust the squelch level. Push or hold down to turn the Monitor function ON or OFF.
2	VOLUME
3	POWER/SPEECH Push to turn the Speech function ON or OFF. Hold down for 1 second to turn the receiver ON or OFF.
4	microSD CARD SLOT
5	ANTENNA CONNECTOR
6	DIRECTIONAL PAD Push to select a menu item, setting, and so on.
7	MAIN/DUAL Push to set the A or B band as the main band. Hold down for 1 second to turn the Dualwatch function ON or OFF.
8	MENU/ENTER Push to enter the Menu screen. Push to set the entered data or selected item.
9	DIAL Rotate to set the frequency, select a Memory channel, a menu item, or enter characters.
10	QUICK/LOCK Push to enter or exit the Quick Menu screen. Hold down for 1 second to activate the Key Lock function.
11	VFO/MEMORY/CLEAR Push to select the VFO mode or Memory mode. Push to cancel the entered data, selected item, exit the current mode, or return to the previous screen.
12	SPEAKER JACK
13	USB (Micro-B) CONNECTOR Connects to a PC using the supplied USB cable.

IC-R30 price

We have collected for your convenience the ICOM IC-R30 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 479.00	2023-mar	Second Hand Great condition
GBP 437.00 (599USD)	2021-jun	Brand-new
GBP 575.95	2019-jul	Brand-new

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