AR-7030

AOR
AR-7030

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High dynamic range, low noise, top performance analogue receiver. Frequency range 0 to 32 MHz, all-mode with synchronous-AM, four IF filters provided as standard, IP3 +35dBm typical, SFDR 104dB @ 20kHz spacing. Receiver of the Year award 1996/97 by the World Radio TV Handbook. Year of introduction 1995.

Reference market : amateur-radio

AR-7030 specifications

General

Frequency coverage
0.0010 ~ 32.0000 MHz
Mode
CW / LSB / USB / AM / AM-S / FM
Tuning step
2.65 [1] / 10.62 [2] Hz min

Receiver

Sensitivity [3]
SSB	1.40 uV (0.02 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.34 uV (0.1 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.18 uV (0.5 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.19 uV (1.0 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.21 uV (1.8 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.19 uV (5.0 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.23 uV (14 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.23 uV (28 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.24 uV (32 MHz, 10dB S+N/N)
AM	0.33 uV (0.5 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.36 uV (1.0 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.38 uV (1.8 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.35 uV (5.0 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.42 uV (14 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.40 uV (28 MHz, 10dB S+N/N) 0.43 uV (32 MHz, 10dB S+N/N)
FM	0.48 uV (28 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
Selectivity [4]
SSB	2.29 KHz (-6dB) 3.34 KHz (-60dB) 4.98 KHz (-80dB)
AM	5.54 KHz (-6dB) 9.11 KHz (-60dB) 10.75 KHz (-90dB)
AM / FM	6.90 KHz (-6dB) 11.60 KHz (-60dB) 13.36 KHz (-90dB)
IF filter ultimate attenuation
110dB [4]
RF preamplifier
10 dB
RF attenuator
10 / 20 / 30 / 40 dB
RMDR (Reciprocal Mixing Dynamic Range)
90 dB (5 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF) 99 dB (10 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF) 109 dB (20 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF) 119 dB (50 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF) 125 dB (100 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF)
IFDR (Intermodulation Free Dynamic Range)
92 dB (5/10 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF) 100 dB (10/20 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF) 104 dB (20/40 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF) 104 dB (50/100 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF) 105 dB (100/200 KHz spaced signals, 12.75 MHz, pre OFF)
Blocking
137 dB (wide spaced signals, 20 MHz, pre OFF)
IP2 (2nd order intercept point)
+85 dBm (12.7 MHz)
IP3 (3rd order intercept point)
+34.5 dBm (12.7 MHz)
Synthesizer phase noise
-123dBc (5 KHz offset, 12.75 MHz) -132dBc (10 offset, 12.75 MHz) -142dBc (20 offset, 12.75 MHz) -152dBc (50 offset, 12.75 MHz) -158dBc (100 offset, 12.75 MHz)
Image rejection
> 85 dB
IF rejection
> 85 dB
IF-shift range
± 4.2kHz
AGC (Automatic Gain Control)
Fast, mid, slow or OFF
Frequency stability
± 1ppm with temperature from +10°C to +40°C ± 2.5ppm with temperature from -30°C to +75°C
IF (Intermediate Frequency)
1°	45 MHz
2°	455 KHz

Features

Memory
100 regular memories 3 setup memories 2 VFO
Display
10 Hz frequency resolution 70-segments signal meter bar
Antenna
SO239 50Ω wire grip 600Ω
Power supply
12 ~ 15 VDC external, 15 V nominal
Power consumption
30mA on standby 500mA typical 1000mA max
Audio power
2.2 W on 8Ω
Audio output
Jack 3.5 mm headphone Jack 3.5 mm external speaker 8-pin DIN line output
Connections
5-pin DIN (RS232) 8-pin DIN (455kHz IF output, AUX, MUTE)

Mechanical and environmental data

Dimensions
238 (W) x 93 (H) x 227 (D) mm overall
Weight
2.2kg

In SSB mode.
In AM / FM mode.
RF preamplifier switched ON, SSB 2.2kHz filter, AM 5.5kHz filter, FM 10kHz filter.
The data is taken from measured performance of the 455kHz IF system and ignores effects of the 45MHz roofing filter. SSB 2.2kHz filter, AM 5.5kHz filter, AM/FM 7kHz filter.

AR-7030 description :

The AR7030 & AR7030PLUS (see below) was designed by John Thorpe and AOR and awarded five stars by both the authoritative Passport To World Band Radio and World Radio & TV Handbook. High performance coupled to enhanced microprocessor features and facilities forms the cornerstone of its success. Frequency coverage is from 0 (zero) to 32 MHz all mode: AM, Synchronous AM, USB, LSB, CW, DATA & NFM. Four 455 kHz IF filters are provided as standard with provision for a further two, including Collins mechanical filters, all of which are self-aligned by the receiver for optimum performance and passband symmetry. This plus the standard fitted TCXO makes the AR7030 ideal for ECSS applications. The self tuning variable bandwidth synchronous detector is a pleasure to use and hangs-on to the weakest of signals, audio quality is superb.

Where good strong signal handling, high performance and transportability are of great importance, the AR7030 is the solution offering an IP3 greater than +30dBm, typical +35dBm reduced by 10dB with the preamp ON. Intermodulation free dynamic range (IFDR) with the 2.2kHz filter is typically 105dB @ 100/200kHz spacing, 104dB @ 20/40kHz and still better than 90dB @ 5kHz. This fantastic strong signal handling is aided by the innovative configuration of a lateral DMOS FET QUAD first mixer running at 15V. Relay switching in the front end, not diodes, and the use of shielded inductors throughout the signal path. All this and great sensitivity better than 0.5uV for 10dB S/N in AM mode and better than 0.3uV for 10dB S/N in SSB.

Selectivity too is razor sharp typically offering greater than 90dB @ 5kHz SSB, almost 100dB @ 10kHz and greater than 100dB @ 20kHz, these excellent figures are achieved by the implementation of a remarkably low phase noise local oscillator with -158dBc/Hz @ 100kHz.

AR-7030 features :

Pass band tuning, variable audio pitch tune on CW & data modes and a variable-bandwidth synchronous detector for AM listening to eliminate the effects of transmitter / receiver drift as well as reducing distortion from selective fading. The pass band tuning may be used in synchronous AM mode to select synchronous USB, LSB, DSB or anything in between. A specially developed AGC release characteristic has been developed to provide very smooth SSB. Noise spike compression has also been included to reduce the effects of noise pulses. Assignable controls enable you to place the functions you want at your fingertips. It is also possible to save a few of your favourite receiver setups for later retrieval. Twin VFOs are provided in addition to the 100 memory channels (400 with the "features CPU" upgrade kit fitted) with versatile scanning facilities including independent squelch settings for each memory and VFO. Virtually every aspect of the AR7030 is controllable via the remote port for computer connection. An infrared remote controller is supplied as standard along with a low noise power supply.

AR7030 PLUS :

Increased balance of the mixer for greatest IP2 & IP3.
High tolerance 0.1% components in DDS ladder for low noise.
Enhanced RF attenuator operation for minimal intermodulation.
Higher specifications wire aerial input transformer for minimal mixing products.
Ceramic metal cased 4 kHz AM filter fitted as standard (bandwidths: 2.2kHz, 4.0kHz, 5.3kHz and 9.5kHz).
Bourns optical encoder for the smoothest DX tuning.
Features CPU fitted, 400 memories, multi timers & alpha tag.

AR-7030 on World Radio & TV Handbook 1999 :

"... The AR7030 PLUS is a totally state of the art HF receiver, whose specification puts that of almost everything else on the market to shame. If our sample is typical - and there is no reason to suppose it was not - some aspects of its performance almost certainly exceed the ability of the average test laboratory to measure and establish them. So much about this receiver is utterly right. Sheer performance allied to extreme versatility and excellent build quality, the AOR 7030 PLUS remains one of the world's most desirable receivers. A word of praise is also in order for the truly excellent manual..."

AR-7030 in comparison with FRG-100 / IC-R72 :

	IC-R72	FRG-100	AR-7030
Brand	ICOM	Yaesu	AOR
Frequency coverage	0.03-30 MHz	0.05-30 MHz	0.001-32 MHz
AM/SSB/CW	✔	✔	✔
AM-S			✔
FM	Optional	Optional	✔
SSB filter	2.3KHz (-6dB) 4.0KHz (-60dB)	2.4KHz (-6dB) 4.5KHz (-60dB)	2.3KHz (-6dB) 3.3KHz (-60dB)
AM filter	6.0KHz (-6dB) 20KHz (-50dB)	6.0KHz (-6dB) 18KHz (-50dB)	6.9KHz (-6dB) 11.6KHz (-60dB)
IF output			✔
S-meter	Analogic	Analogic	Digital-bar
Memories	99	50	100
Year	1992	1993	1995

AR-7030 price

We have collected for your convenience the Aor AR7030 sale price (US Dollar) 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
USD 899.00 (699GBP)	2020-aug	Second Hand 7030 base version. Good condition, with power supply and original remote controller
USD 1229.00 (1049EUR)	2018-nov	Second Hand 7030 base version. Good condition overall. BHI noise reduction module installed

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